Forest City, North Carolina
Will Rutherford County Schools have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Rutherford County averages 4.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 41°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 Rutherford 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)288-2200.
District facts
| Students | 7,527 |
| Schools | 18 |
| Teachers | 565 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 13 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Rutherford County, NC |
| District office | 382 West Main Street, Forest City |
| Phone | (828)288-2200 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Cleveland County Schools Shelby
- Polk County Schools Columbus
- McDowell County Schools Marion
- Burke County Schools Morganton
- Henderson County Schools Hendersonville
- Lincoln County Schools Lincolnton
- Caldwell County Schools Lenoir
- Hickory City Schools Hickory
Forecast details: National Weather Service GSP office, point forecast for Forest City. How we calculate the chance.