Weather in Kingsport

Relative humidity values of around 30 to 35 percent and wind gusts of 20 to 25 mph are expected from late morning through the early evening hours. When combined with the recent lack of rainfall, this will lead to elevated fire danger across the area. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additiona...

Low humidity, sunny to mostly sunny skies, unseasonably warm temperatures, very dry fuels, and breezy conditions will combine to result in Elevated Fire Danger this afternoon into early evening. Humidities will slowly recover but winds are forecast to persist through the overnight. Burning is not recommended as wildfire behavior could become erratic. Remember that Kentucky regulations make it ill...