Trenton, North Carolina

Will Jones County Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Jones County averages 2.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 47.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at less than an inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute. Even a light glaze of ice can shut schools down in an area that rarely sees snow.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Jones 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 (252)448-2531.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Craven County Schools New Bern
• Lenoir County Public Schools Kinston
• Onslow County Schools Jacksonville
• Greene County Schools Snow Hill
• East Carolina Community School Greenville
• Pitt County Schools Greenville
• Pamlico County Schools Bayboro
• Beaufort County Schools Washington

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