Best Time to Visit Basel
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
Jul is warmest (25.3°C high); Jun is rainiest (83 mm).
Basel weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.5 | -1.3 | 47 | 1.7 |
| Feb | 6.6 | -0.7 | 49 | 3 |
| Mar | 11.2 | 2.1 | 45 | 4.7 |
| Apr | 14.7 | 4.4 | 60 | 6.7 |
| May | 19.5 | 8.6 | 81 | 8.1 |
| Jun | 22.7 | 11.7 | 83 | 9.1 |
| Jul | 25.3 | 13.9 | 79 | 9.3 |
| Aug | 25 | 13.6 | 72 | 7.8 |
| Sep | 20.8 | 10.4 | 63 | 5.9 |
| Oct | 15 | 6.5 | 60 | 3.6 |
| Nov | 8.7 | 2.1 | 61 | 2 |
| Dec | 5.5 | -0.1 | 60 | 1.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunSep
Beaches: JulAug
Hiking: AprSepAugJul
Sightseeing: JulAugJunSep
Basel quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Basel?
Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 83 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 25.3°C.
Where to stay
See Basel hotels · Book Basel tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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