Gaffney, South Carolina

Will Cherokee 01 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Cherokee County averages 1.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 42.5°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at less than an 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 Cherokee 01 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 (864)206-2201.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Spartanburg 03 Glendale
• Spartanburg 07 Spartanburg
• Spartanburg 02 Chesnee
• Union 01 Union
• Spartanburg 06 Roebuck
• York 02 Clover
• Spartanburg 05 Duncan
• Spartanburg 01 Campobello

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