Gainesville, Georgia

Will Hall County have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Hall County averages 1.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 43.1°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at less than an inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute. Even a light glaze of ice can shut schools down in an area that rarely sees snow.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Hall County can close its schools. Districts usually post closings and delays on their website and social media, send texts, emails or robocalls to families, and report them to local TV and radio stations, often by 5:30 or 6 a.m. The district office's number is (770)534-1080.

District facts

From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).

Nearby districts

• Gainesville City Gainesville
• Buford City Buford
• Jefferson City Jefferson
• Lumpkin County Dahlonega
• White County Cleveland
• Dawson County Dawsonville
• Forsyth County Cumming
• Jackson County Jefferson

Forecast details: National Weather Service FFC office, point forecast for Gainesville. How we calculate the chance.