Climate of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Basel-Stadt. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Basel-Stadt, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1.7°C / 35.1°F in January to 19.7°C / 67.5°F in July, with rainfall from 46 mm / 1.8 in to 85 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (776 mm / 30.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.7°C35.1°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| February | 3.1°C37.6°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| March | 6.7°C44.1°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| April | 9.6°C49.3°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| May | 14.2°C57.6°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| June | 17.3°C63.1°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| July | 19.7°C67.5°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| August | 19.5°C67.1°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| September | 15.7°C60.3°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 10.8°C51.4°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| November | 5.5°C41.9°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| December | 2.8°C37°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Basel-Stadt?
Basel-Stadt, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 19.7°C / 67.5°F, and the driest is March at 46 mm / 1.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Basel-Stadt?
Basel-Stadt, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1.7°C / 35.1°F in January to 19.7°C / 67.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 776 mm / 30.6 in, with the wettest month being June (85 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest March (46 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Basel-Stadt?
The hottest month in Basel-Stadt is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.7°C / 67.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Basel-Stadt?
The coldest month in Basel-Stadt is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1.7°C / 35.1°F.
When does it rain most in Basel-Stadt?
The wettest month in Basel-Stadt is June, averaging about 85 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 46 mm / 1.8 in.