Newport, Tennessee

Will Cocke County have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Cocke County averages 4.4 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 40.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 1 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 Cocke County 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 (423)623-7821.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Newport Newport
• Jefferson County Dandridge
• Hamblen County Morristown
• Sevier County Sevierville
• Greene County Greeneville
• Greeneville Greeneville
• Grainger County Rutledge
• Rogersville Rogersville

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