Roswell, New Mexico
Will ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Chaves County averages 8.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 42.3°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 ROSWELL INDEPENDENT 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 (575)627-2511.
District facts
| Students | 9,701 |
| Schools | 22 |
| Teachers | 580 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | Chaves County, NM |
| District office | 300 N. Kentucky, Roswell |
| Phone | (575)627-2511 |
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 Roswell. How we calculate the chance.