Clinton, South Carolina

Will Laurens 56 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Laurens County averages 1.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 43.8°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 Laurens 56 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)833-0800.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Laurens 55 Laurens
• Spartanburg 04 Woodruff
• Greenwood 52 Ninety Six
• Union 01 Union
• Newberry 01 Newberry
• Greenwood 51 Ware Shoals
• Spartanburg 06 Roebuck
• Greenwood 50 Greenwood

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