Thornton, Tennessee
Thornton: a city in Knox County, Tennessee.
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Thornton is a city located in the county of Knox in the U.S. state of Tennessee.
Quick Facts about Thornton
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Knox County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.8823,-84.1480 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 18:40:50 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 49℉ Areas Of Fog 7-days weather |
Geography
Thornton is located at 35°52'56"N 84°8'53"W (35.8823000, -84.1479700).
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Weather
49°F
Areas Of Fog
0 mph
Overnight
Areas of fog. Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. Wind around 0 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Thornton, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 486716 | Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville | Knoxville (TN) | 37922-2367 |
Closest post offices linked to Thornton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Farragu Post Office | Knoxville (TN) | 37922 |
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