Columbia, South Carolina

Will Richland 02 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 Richland 02 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)787-1910.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Lexington 05 Irmo
• Richland 01 Columbia
• Lexington 02 West Columbia
• Kershaw 01 Camden
• Fairfield 01 Winnsboro
• Lexington 01 Lexington
• Lexington 04 Swansea
• Calhoun 01 St. Matthews

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