Dahlonega, Georgia

Will Lumpkin County have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Lumpkin County averages 3.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 40.7°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 Lumpkin 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 (706)864-3611.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Dawson County Dawsonville
• White County Cleveland
• Hall County Gainesville
• Gainesville City Gainesville
• Union County Blairsville
• Forsyth County Cumming
• Buford City Buford
• Fannin County Blue Ridge

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