Pennsylvania Snow Day Predictor: Real-Time School Closing Chances
Get instant snow day predictions for Pennsylvania schools. Our AI analyzes NOAA weather data and tracks alerts from WNEP, WTAE, and KDKA to predict school closings across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and all PA districts.
Why Pennsylvania School Closings Are Unique
Pennsylvania's diverse geography creates wildly different winter conditions across the state. The Lake Erie snow belt hammers Erie and northwest PA, while the Appalachian Mountains create treacherous conditions in central PA. Our algorithm accounts for these regional microclimates.
We integrate real-time data from the National Weather Service State College,NWS Pittsburgh, and NWS Philadelphia offices, along with historical closing patterns from major PA districts including:
- • Philadelphia School District
- • Pittsburgh Public Schools
- • Allentown School District
- • Erie City School District
- • Reading School District
- • Scranton School District
Pennsylvania districts typically close for 4+ inches of snow or significant ice accumulation. Mountain districts in central PA often have lower thresholds due to treacherous road conditions.
Trusted Pennsylvania Weather Sources
WNEP (ABC Scranton)
Northeast Pennsylvania's most-watched station for winter storm coverage.
WTAE (ABC Pittsburgh)
Western PA's trusted source for school closings and weather alerts.
KDKA (CBS Pittsburgh)
Pittsburgh's first station for breaking winter weather news.
Frequently Asked Questions about Snow Day Predictions
It depends on when it falls. 3 inches at 5 AM is more dangerous than 5 inches at 5 PM. Our algorithm weights timing heavily. Early morning snowfall that affects the morning commute has a much higher impact on school closures than afternoon snow. Additionally, whether roads have been treated and local district policies play a significant role.
We don't just look at snow depth. We track icing updates and wind chill advisories live to give you the most precise percentage available in 2025. Our AI algorithm analyzes multiple weather factors including snowfall amount, ice conditions, temperature, wind speed, and storm timing. While no predictor can guarantee 100% accuracy (school districts make their own decisions), our model is designed to give you the best possible estimate based on current weather data.