Rutledge, Tennessee

Will Grainger County have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Grainger County averages 7.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 39°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.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Grainger 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 (865)828-3611.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Claiborne County Tazewell
• Hamblen County Morristown
• Jefferson County Dandridge
• Union County Maynardville
• Hancock County Sneedville
• Sevier County Sevierville
• Cocke County Newport
• Newport Newport

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