Basel Weather in December
Switzerland · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
December in Basel is cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (42°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (33°F). Expect roughly 65mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
6°C
42°F
Avg low
0°C
33°F
Rainfall
65mm
moderate
Rainy days
11
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 54 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Basel in December?
- December in Basel is cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (42°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (33°F). Expect roughly 65mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Basel in December?
- Basel sees around 65mm of precipitation in December on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Basel?
- December is a workable month to visit Basel, but expect some weather trade-offs.