Canton of Basel-Stadt Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in April.

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Basel Riehen Bettingen Birsfelden

Planning a getaway to Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland this April 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 Canton of Basel-Stadt in April

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. April in Canton of Basel-Stadt generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Basel.

For a closer look at conditions across Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

April is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 94 mm (3.7 in) in Basel.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Basel receives about 170 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Canton of Basel-Stadt by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Basel-Stadt — and find the best time to visit. (based on Basel)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August25°C (77°F) September21°C (70°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Basel-Stadt in April

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

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 Canton of Basel-Stadt

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Basel-Stadt (April)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Basel-Stadt (April)

Basel

In April Basel generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Basel →

Riehen

In April Riehen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Riehen →

Bettingen

In April Bettingen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bettingen →

Birsfelden

In April Birsfelden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Birsfelden →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Basel-Stadt in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Basel 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Riehen 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Bettingen 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Birsfelden 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Canton of Basel-Stadt weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in April?

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Basel average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in April?

Average temperatures in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland during April range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Basel.

Does Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland. Basel averages only about 94 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland with overall tolerable weather in Basel. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Basel. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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