Basel Weather in January
Switzerland · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Basel is cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (31°F). Expect roughly 48mm of precipitation spread over about 9 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
5°C
41°F
Avg low
0°C
31°F
Rainfall
48mm
dry
Rainy days
9
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 65 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Basel in January?
- January in Basel is cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (31°F). Expect roughly 48mm of precipitation spread over about 9 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Basel in January?
- Basel sees around 48mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Basel?
- January is a workable month to visit Basel, but expect some weather trade-offs.