Janakpur Airport
JKR / VNJP
Janakpur Airport is a small domestic airport serving Janakpur Dham in Nepal. It has a single terminal handling short-haul domestic flights to regional hubs and acts as the air gateway for local pilgrimage traffic.
Getting to and From Janakpur Airport #
Taxis, auto‑rickshaws and local buses link the airport with Janakpur city; journeys to the city centre are short. There is no rail connection; private hires are commonly used for onward travel to pilgrimage and tourist sites.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Janakpur Airport #
The terminal offers basic amenities: a small arrivals area, limited food options and restrooms. Expect minimal retail and no major lounges; services such as ATMs and extensive Wi‑Fi may be limited.
Tips for Janakpur Airport #
- Flight options are primarily domestic - confirm timings as services can be limited during off-peak days.
- Taxis and rickshaws connect the airport with Janakpur city; have cash ready for fares.
- If visiting the pilgrimage sites, arrange onward transport in advance - local options can be crowded during festivals.
Weather & Climate near Janakpur Airport #
Janakpur Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1304 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 22° | 15° | 15 mm | some cloud | 51% | 0.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Ideal | 10° - 25° | 18° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 43% | 1.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.1h |
| March | Ideal | 14° - 31° | 23° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 31% | 1.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 21° - 34° | 27° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 29% | 1.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Excellent | 24° - 35° | 29° | 64 mm | some cloud | 40% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.3h |
| June | Very Good | 25° - 33° | 31° | 229 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 25° - 32° | 33° | 378 mm | overcast | 78% | 1.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.5h |
| August | Good | 24° - 32° | 33° | 322 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.9h |
| September | Good | 23° - 31° | 31° | 192 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 21° - 31° | 26° | 65 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 0.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 14° - 28° | 21° | 6 mm | clear | 63% | 0.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| December | Ideal | 9° - 24° | 17° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 57% | 0.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.4h |
