Athens, Maine

Will Athens Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Somerset County averages 104.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 15.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at a foot or more of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute. Bitter wind chills can close schools here too.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Athens Public Schools 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 (207)924-6000.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• RSU 49/MSAD 49 Fairfield
• RSU 53/MSAD 53 Pittsfield
• RSU 54/MSAD 54 Skowhegan
• RSU 59/MSAD 59 Madison
• RSU 74/MSAD 74 North Anson
• RSU 82/MSAD 12 Jackman
• RSU 83/MSAD 13 Bingham
• Winslow Schools Winslow

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