South Portland, Maine

Will South Portland Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Cumberland County averages 78.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 25°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 10 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only South Portland 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)871-0555.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Brunswick Public Schools Brunswick
• Cape Elizabeth Public Schools Cape Elizabeth
• Chebeague Island Public Schools Chebeague Island
• Falmouth Public Schools Falmouth
• Gorham Public Schools Gorham
• Long Island Public Schools Long Island
• Portland Public Schools Portland
• RSU 05 Freeport
• RSU 14 Windham
• RSU 15/MSAD 15 Gray
• RSU 51/MSAD 51 Cumberland
• RSU 61/MSAD 61 Bridgton

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