John F. Kennedy International Airport Travel Guide
John F. Kennedy International Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
John F. Kennedy International Airport is an airport in New York City. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in John F. Kennedy International Airport with clear sky. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 60°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit John F. Kennedy International Airport is June, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for September. The forecast high of 69°F is 5.4°F below the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in John F. Kennedy International Airport today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of John F. Kennedy International Airport
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Coordinates: 40°38′28.7″N 73°46′41.2″W (40.6413, -73.7781)
Weather in John F. Kennedy International Airport right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:33 PM, Sep 30 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 72° / 60°
Light drizzle · 30% rain · wind 13 mph
☁️ 68° / 58°
Overcast · 11% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about John F. Kennedy International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°38′28.7″N 73°46′41.2″W (40.6413, -73.7781) |
| IATA code | JFK |
| Local time | 11:33 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in John F. Kennedy International Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Best time to visit John F. Kennedy International Airport
Go in June, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 69°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near John F. Kennedy International Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 11 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 21 mi | New Jersey |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 94 mi | Philadelphia |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 186 mi | Boston |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 213 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 227 mi | Virginia |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is John F. Kennedy International Airport?
John F. Kennedy International Airport is an airport in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.6413, -73.7781. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in John F. Kennedy International Airport right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 74% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit John F. Kennedy International Airport?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in John F. Kennedy International Airport, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is John F. Kennedy International Airport in?
John F. Kennedy International Airport observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:33 PM.
What is the nearest airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 11 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 21 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 94 mi away.
What are the top things to do in John F. Kennedy International Airport?
Popular options include Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square, Central Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Statue of Liberty.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated September 30, 2026 at 11:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
