Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Will RIO RANCHO PUBLIC SCHOOLS have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Sandoval County averages 39.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 31.7°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 5 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only RIO RANCHO PUBLIC 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 (505)896-0667.
District facts
| Students | 17,272 |
| Schools | 21 |
| Teachers | 1,114 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Suburb |
| County | Sandoval County, NM |
| District office | 500 Laser Road Ne, Rio Rancho |
| Phone | (505)896-0667 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
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Forecast details: National Weather Service ABQ office, point forecast for Rio Rancho. How we calculate the chance.