Canton of Basel-Stadt Weather in August

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

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Basel Riehen Bettingen Birsfelden

Considering a trip to Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Canton of Basel-Stadt in August

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Basel-Stadt generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

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

To explore the conditions in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 118 mm (4.6 in) in Basel.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Basel typically receives 216 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 August

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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Basel-Stadt (August)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Basel-Stadt (August)

Basel

In August Basel 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
118 mm (4.6 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Basel →

Riehen

In August Riehen 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
117 mm (4.6 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Riehen →

Bettingen

In August Bettingen 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
118 mm (4.6 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bettingen →

Birsfelden

In August Birsfelden 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
120 mm (4.7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Canton of Basel-Stadt, 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 Canton of Basel-Stadt in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Basel 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Riehen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Bettingen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Birsfelden 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

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

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

In August, Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland generally has pleasant weather conditions. Basel sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

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

In Basel, the average daytime high in August is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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

Basel typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 118 mm (4.6 in) on average across Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Basel, August might be a good time to visit Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly perfect weather in Basel. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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