National Weather ServiceTennesseeFrost AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Frost Advisories in Tennessee
The National Weather Service issued 2 frost advisories for Tennessee in 2025 and 19 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 22nd most of any state. 2026 through September: 2, 80% below the average of 10 for those months in 2008-2025. Sullivan was covered most often (77 times since 2008).
How many frost advisories does Tennessee get?
Every frost advisory that covered part of Tennessee. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 2 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2008 | 5 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Tennessee get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Tennessee?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan | 77 | 10 | May 3, 2026 |
| Hawkins | 76 | 10 | May 3, 2026 |
| Northwest Carter | 76 | 10 | May 3, 2026 |
| Northwest Greene | 76 | 10 | May 3, 2026 |
| Hancock | 75 | 10 | May 3, 2026 |
| Washington | 75 | 10 | May 3, 2026 |
| Weakley | 72 | 7 | April 9, 2025 |
| Henry | 71 | 7 | April 9, 2025 |
| Carroll | 70 | 7 | April 9, 2025 |
| Campbell | 68 | 11 | May 3, 2026 |
| Chester | 68 | 8 | April 9, 2025 |
| Gibson | 68 | 7 | April 9, 2025 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a frost advisory?
A frost advisory means frost is expected on clear, calm nights during the growing season, with temperatures a few degrees above freezing. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Tennessee.