Winter weather pushed several North Carolina school districts to alter schedules today, as rain and snow created potentially dangerous road conditions across the northern and western parts of the Charlotte region.
Districts initially announced delays but later shifted to closures or remote learning as conditions deteriorated. Officials said icy roads, wet snowfall, and freezing temperatures made early-morning travel unsafe, particularly in higher elevations.
Light rain will move in across the NC mountains through 6 am. The rain will likely change to a wintry mix of light sleet, snow, and rain, mainly at elevations above 3500 feet. Watch out for slippery spots on area roads early this morning! #ncwx pic.twitter.com/Pi5DAS4sfW
— NWS GSP (@NWSGSP) December 8, 2025
Several mountain districts opted for remote instruction, including:
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Avery County Schools
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Mitchell County Schools
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Stokes County Schools
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Surry County Schools
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Watauga County Schools
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Wilkes County Schools
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Yancey County Schools
Other systems closed entirely due to worsening conditions. Those districts include:
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Alleghany County Schools
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Ashe County Public Schools
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Madison County Schools
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Yadkin County Schools
The National Weather Service warned that the mix of rain and snow would impact travel throughout the morning, especially in communities near the North Carolina–Virginia border. Districts emphasized that decisions were made to protect student safety as slick spots developed on rural roads.
More schools along the state line also reported adjustments, and officials encouraged parents to follow district alerts for updates.
