Rainier, Washington

Will Rainier School District have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Thurston County averages 3.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 39.7°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 Rainier School District 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 (360)446-2207.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Griffin School District Olympia
• North Thurston Public Schools Lacey
• Olympia School District Olympia
• Rochester School District Rochester
• Tenino School District Tenino
• Tumwater School District Tumwater
• Yelm School District Yelm
• Steilacoom Hist. School District Steilacoom

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