Orono, Maine

Will RSU 26 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Penobscot County averages 88.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 17.9°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 RSU 26 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)866-7110.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Airline CSD Orrington
• Bangor Public Schools Bangor
• Brewer Public Schools Brewer
• Dedham Public Schools Orrington
• East Millinocket Public Schools East Millinocket
• Glenburn Public Schools Glenburn
• Greenbush Public Schools Greenbush
• Harmony Public Schools Dexter
• Hermon Public Schools Hermon
• MSAD 46 Dexter
• Medway Public Schools Medway
• Milford Public Schools Milford

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