Sullivan, Tennessee Weather
Sullivan, Tennessee — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery for Sullivan, Sullivan County.
Full aviation weather for Sullivan is published on the Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport (KTRI) page, 6 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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan: Johnson City Airport (K0A4) 15 km · Elizabethton Municipal Airport (K0A9) 20 km · Virginia Highlands Airport (KVJI) 35 km · Johnson County Airport (K6A4) 47 km · Hawkins County Airport (KRVN) 48 km
Conditions reported at KTRI describe the airfield itself. Weather 6 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Sullivan specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Sullivan, Tennessee
Sullivan, nestled in the rolling terrain of Sullivan County, Tennessee, unfolds with a quiet grace shaped by its Appalachian foothills and the gentle flow of the Holston River. It lies 4.7 miles west of Hamilton, TN (from Hamilton, TN: bearing 265°T), and is situated 5.6 miles north-north-west of Piney Flats. The land here, a verdant expanse of mixed hardwood forests and fertile valleys, hints at a history deeply rooted in agriculture and later, the industrious spirit of coal mining that once pulsed through the region. This historical bedrock laid the foundation for a local economy that has evolved, now encompassing a blend of manufacturing and service industries, all while retaining the enduring charm of its past. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, often carries a subtle, earthy scent, a reminder of the land's persistent generosity and its enduring connection to the lives lived upon it. The cultural character of Sullivan is one of warm resilience, a community that values neighborliness and takes pride in its heritage. While no single, towering landmark defines its skyline, the historic architecture in its older districts whispers stories of past generations, and the surrounding natural beauty offers a constant, quiet allure. The presence of higher education institutions enriches the intellectual landscape, fostering a dynamic environment for learning and growth. Though not a major sporting hub, local teams often embody the tenacious spirit of the region, drawing passionate support from the community. Major events, when they occur, tend to be celebrations of local traditions and the changing seasons, drawing people together in shared experience, a reflection of the steadfast individuals who have called Sullivan home.
Live animated radar for Sullivan 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 | Sullivan, Sullivan County, Tennessee |
| Coordinates | 36.493315°N, 82.345189°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 37617, 37660 |
| Area Code | 731 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Sullivan, Tennessee Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Sullivan, 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 Sullivan includes coordinates 36.493315°N, 82.345189°W, situated in Sullivan County. ZIP code 37617, 37660. 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.
