Mcdonough, Georgia

Will Henry County have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Henry County averages 1.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 45.2°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 Henry 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)957-6601.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Butts County Jackson
• Clayton County Jonesboro
• Griffin-Spalding County Griffin
• Rockdale County Conyers
• Fayette County Fayetteville
• Newton County Covington
• City Schools of Decatur Decatur
• DeKalb County Stone Mountain

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