Irmo, South Carolina

Will Lexington 05 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Richland County averages 0.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 48.2°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 Lexington 05 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)476-8000.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Richland 01 Columbia
• Richland 02 Columbia
• Lexington 01 Lexington
• Lexington 02 West Columbia
• Fairfield 01 Winnsboro
• Lexington 03 Batesburg-Leesville
• Newberry 01 Newberry
• Lexington 04 Swansea

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