Asheville, North Carolina
Will Buncombe County Schools have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Buncombe County averages 12 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 40°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 2 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Buncombe County 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 (828)232-4160.
District facts
| Students | 22,091 |
| Schools | 45 |
| Teachers | 1,597 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 13 |
| Area type | Suburb |
| County | Buncombe County, NC |
| District office | 175 Bingham Road, Asheville |
| Phone | (828)232-4160 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Asheville City Schools Asheville
- Madison County Schools Marshall
- Henderson County Schools Hendersonville
- Haywood County Schools Waynesville
- Transylvania County Schools Brevard
- Yancey County Schools Burnsville
- Polk County Schools Columbus
- McDowell County Schools Marion
Forecast details: National Weather Service GSP office, point forecast for Asheville. How we calculate the chance.