Weather Watch: Rain, Cold, and Closures in Eastern North Carolina

Tonight, residents across Kinston and surrounding counties are bracing for a cold, wet evening as rain showers sweep through the region. Temperatures are hovering in the low 30s, but with wind chills it feels closer to the teens. The damp conditions, combined with freezing fog earlier today, have prompted several school districts to adjust schedules for safety.

🏫 School Closures & Adjustments for Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025

• Edgecombe County Public Schools: Remote learning day continues.

• Johnston County Public Schools: Closed for all students and staff.

• Chapel Hill‑Carrboro City Schools: Closed; optional remote teacher workday.

• Durham Public Schools: Closed for students and staff.

• Granville County Schools: Closed.

• Franklin County Schools: Closed.

• ENC Districts (including Pitt & Lenoir counties): Early closures announced today will extend into tomorrow morning; districts are monitoring icy road conditions and will update parents overnight.

  
  

🌧️ Weather Context

• Tonight: Rain tapering off, lows near 28°F with icy spots possible.

• Tomorrow: Mostly sunny but cold, highs around 39°F, lows near 29°F.

• Hazards: Black ice on bridges and rural roads; freezing fog reduced visibility earlier today.

  
  

Bottom Line: Expect continued closures and remote learning across multiple districts tomorrow due to icy conditions. Families should check district websites and alerts early in the morning for final updates before heading out.