About Snow Day Calculator
Welcome to Snow Day Calculator, the most trusted resource for predicting school closures due to winter weather. Since 2007, we've been helping students, parents, and educators anticipate snow days with remarkable accuracy. Our sophisticated algorithm analyzes multiple weather data points, historical closure patterns, and district-specific policies to provide you with reliable predictions when winter weather approaches.
What started as a high school science project has grown into a nationwide service trusted by millions of users across all 50 states. Our mission is simple: to provide accurate, timely information that helps families and schools prepare for winter weather disruptions.
Our Mission
At Snow Day Calculator, our mission is to reduce uncertainty during winter weather events by providing the most accurate snow day predictions possible. We believe that reliable information helps families plan better and reduces stress during challenging weather conditions.
We're committed to continuous improvement of our prediction algorithm, expanding our coverage to more school districts, and making our tools accessible to everyone who needs them. By combining meteorological science with machine learning and historical data analysis, we've created a unique service that millions of people have come to rely on each winter.
Beyond predictions, we aim to educate our users about the science behind winter weather and the complex factors that go into school closure decisions. We believe that understanding leads to better preparation, and preparation leads to safer communities during winter weather events.
Our Journey
The Beginning
Snow Day Calculator was created as a high school science project by a student in New England who wanted to predict snow days using weather data and mathematical models.
Going National
After gaining popularity in the Northeast, we expanded our coverage to include school districts across all 50 states, with improved algorithms and more accurate predictions.
Machine Learning Integration
We incorporated advanced machine learning techniques to analyze historical closure data and improve our prediction accuracy to over 90% for most districts.
Today and Beyond
Now serving millions of users annually, we continue to refine our algorithms, expand our district coverage, and develop new features to better serve our community during winter weather events.
Why Choose Us?
92% Accuracy
Our predictions have maintained a 92% accuracy rate over the past five years.
Comprehensive Data
We analyze multiple weather sources and historical closure patterns for each district.
15,000+ Schools
We cover thousands of school districts across all 50 states in the US.
Always Accessible
Our mobile-friendly site and notifications keep you informed anywhere, anytime.
How the Snow Day Calculator Works
Enter Your Location
Simply enter your ZIP code or select your school district to get started.
We Analyze Data
Our algorithm processes weather forecasts, historical patterns, and local policies.
Get Your Results
Receive a percentage likelihood of a snow day with detailed reasoning.
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What Our Users Say
The Snow Day Calculator has been incredibly accurate for our district. My kids love checking it every time snow is in the forecast!
As a school administrator, I find this tool remarkably helpful for planning. It's been right 9 out of 10 times this winter.
I've been using the Snow Day Calculator for three winters now. It's become our family's go-to resource during snowy weather.
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