Several Central New York school districts have declared closings for Friday due to the flash freeze expected to hit the area.

Periods of rain are expected to begin the day with temperatures when kids are getting on the bus in the 40s for many, with some spots potentially around 50.

But, as a strong cold front sweeps across the region late Friday morning into the afternoon, temperatures will drop rapidly, according to Spectrum News 1 meteorologists.

School districts have closed for the day. See that list here.

Check here for the latest forecast updates.