Winston Salem, North Carolina

Will Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Forsyth County averages 5.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 40.9°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.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Winston Salem / Forsyth 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 (336)727-2292.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

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• Davie County Schools Mocksville
• Mount Airy City Schools Mount Airy

Forecast details: National Weather Service RAH office, point forecast for Winston Salem. How we calculate the chance.