Chester, South Carolina

Will Chester 01 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Chester County averages 1.4 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 44.2°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 Chester 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 (803)385-6122.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• York 03 Rock Hill
• York 01 York
• Fairfield 01 Winnsboro
• York 02 Clover
• York 04 Fort Mill
• Lancaster 01 Lancaster
• Union 01 Union
• Newberry 01 Newberry

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