Münchenstein Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Münchenstein.
Climate overview of Münchenstein
Münchenstein, Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) in July, while winters cool to 6°C (43°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1255 mm (49 in) per year. May is the wettest month and February the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 7.9 hours of daily sunshine.
Münchenstein Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Münchenstein - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Münchenstein
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Münchenstein. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around -1°C (30°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Münchenstein
Münchenstein has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1255 mm (49 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Münchenstein has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 131 mm (5.2 in), and the driest month, February, with 83 mm (3.3 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Münchenstein Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Münchenstein
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Münchenstein. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Münchenstein by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Münchenstein.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 82%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Münchenstein
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: May, June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -1°C (30°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Münchenstein
What is the best time to visit Münchenstein?
May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Münchenstein. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Münchenstein has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Münchenstein?
Daytime highs range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -1°C (30°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Münchenstein get?
Annual rainfall is around 1255 mm (49 in). May is the wettest month with 131 mm (5.2 in), while February is the driest with 83 mm (3.3 in).
How sunny is Münchenstein?
Münchenstein receives around 1,701 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 237 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 53 hours.
Münchenstein 3-Day Forecast
Münchenstein 3-Day Forecast
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