Janakpur sits on Nepal’s Terai plains, a flat lowland strip bordering India where the summer monsoon from June through September brings the vast majority of the year’s rainfall.
In the Terai near the Indian border, the city’s rivers are part of the same monsoon-fed basin that floods neighboring Bihar state in India. Because the Terai’s rivers flow south into India’s Bihar and Uttar Pradesh states, a wet monsoon here contributes directly to flooding on both sides of the border, and Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology uses radar alongside river gauges to track both local rainfall and the rivers’ cross-border flow. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Janakpur right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Janakpur, Madhesh Province in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Janakpur, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Janakpur rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Janakpur?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Madhesh Province are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Janakpur or pass by.
Is this Janakpur rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.