Basel-Landschaft Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland in August.

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Pratteln Binningen Arlesheim Liestal

Planning a getaway to Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Basel-Landschaft in August

Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Basel-Landschaft generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Pratteln.

To explore the conditions in Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Birsfelden with an average of 119 mm (4.7 in) to high rainfall in Langenbruck with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Pratteln enjoys approximately 216 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Basel-Landschaft in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Basel-Landschaft.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Basel-Landschaft

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Basel-Landschaft (August)

Precipitation variation in Basel-Landschaft (August)

Pratteln

In August Pratteln generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Pratteln →

Binningen

In August Binningen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Binningen →

Arlesheim

In August Arlesheim generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Arlesheim →

Liestal

In August Liestal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Liestal →

Muttenz

In August Muttenz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Muttenz →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Basel-Landschaft, in Switzerland.

In our records: Switzerland August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Switzerland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Switzerland reached 41°C (106°F) in Veysonnaz on August 21, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Basel-Landschaft in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pratteln 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Binningen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Arlesheim 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Liestal 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Muttenz 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Aesch 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)

Basel-Landschaft weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland in August?

Expect pleasant weather across Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland in August. The popular destination of Pratteln averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland in August?

Pratteln averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland get a lot of rain in August?

Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland sees substantial rainfall in August. Pratteln typically averages about 124 mm (4.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland with overall pleasant weather in Pratteln. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland is in September with generally perfect weather in Pratteln. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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