Rangeley, Maine

Will RSU 78 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Franklin County averages 109.2 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 15°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 78 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)864-3311.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Eustis Public Schools Stratton
• RSU 09 Farmington
• RSU 58/MSAD 58 Phillips
• Andover Public Schools Andover
• RSU 10 Rumford
• RSU 56 Dixfield
• RSU 44/MSAD 44 Bethel
• RSU 73 Livermore Falls

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