Johnson City, Tennessee Weather
Johnson City, Tennessee — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery for Johnson City, Washington County.
Full aviation weather for Johnson City is published on the Johnson City Airport (K0A4) page, 7 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Johnson City have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Johnson City: Elizabethton Municipal Airport (K0A9) 17 km · Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport (KTRI) 19 km · Greeneville Municipal Airport (KGCY) 43 km · Johnson County Airport (K6A4) 49 km · Hawkins County Airport (KRVN) 50 km
Conditions reported at K0A4 describe the airfield itself. Weather 7 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Johnson City specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Johnson City, Tennessee
Johnson City, Tennessee, unfolds within the embrace of the Appalachian Mountains, a landscape where rolling hills give way to steeper ridges, and the air often carries the scent of pine and damp earth. It lies 9.3 miles east of Washington, TN (from Washington, TN: bearing 98°T), and is situated 8.3 miles west-south-west of Elizabethton. Its history is deeply tied to the railroad, a vital artery that shaped its growth from a small settlement into a regional hub, fostering a spirit of industriousness that continues to resonate. The economy, once heavily reliant on manufacturing and transportation, has diversified, now embracing healthcare, education, and a burgeoning craft beverage scene, reflecting the resilient adaptability of this mountain community. Here, the rhythm of life feels attuned to the seasons, a quiet persistence that echoes the enduring strength of the surrounding terrain. The cultural character of Johnson City is marked by a friendly, down-to-earth demeanor, a reflection of its East Tennessee roots and a place where traditions are cherished. Notable landmarks include the historic Johnson City Train Station, a silent sentinel to the town's past, and the picturesque Founders Park, offering a green respite in the urban heart. Higher learning thrives with East Tennessee State University, a significant presence shaping the intellectual landscape and fostering a youthful energy. While professional sports teams are not a primary focus, the community's passion for collegiate athletics, particularly football and basketball, is palpable. Major events often celebrate local heritage and the arts, drawing visitors and residents alike, while the legacy of figures like country music legend Dolly Parton, whose early life was influenced by this region, adds a touch of starlight to the local narrative.
Live animated radar for Johnson City and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
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| Location | Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee |
| Coordinates | 36.31344°N, 82.353473°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 37604, 37614, 37601, 37602, 37605 |
| Area Code | 731 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Johnson City, Tennessee Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Johnson City, Tennessee, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Johnson City includes coordinates 36.313440°N, 82.353473°W, situated in Washington County. ZIP code 37604, 37614, 37601, 37602, 37605. Telephone area code: 731. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
