Lincolnton, North Carolina

Will Lincoln County Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Lincoln County averages 4.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 42.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 1 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 Lincoln 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 (704)732-2261.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Newton Conover City Schools Newton
• Catawba County Schools Newton
• Gaston County Schools Gastonia
• Hickory City Schools Hickory
• Cleveland County Schools Shelby
• Alexander County Schools Taylorsville
• Niner University Elementary School Charlotte
• Burke County Schools Morganton

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