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Temperature in Canton of Basel-Stadt in December

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, a region in Switzerland, typically experiences cold weather in December, with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in Basel. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Canton of Basel-Stadt. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

Canton of Basel-Stadt Weather 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. See also: Canton of Basel-Stadt weather by month.

January

6°C (43°F)View January → February

7°C (45°F)View February → March

12°C (54°F)View March → April

16°C (61°F)View April → May

20°C (68°F)View May → June

23°C (73°F)View June → July

26°C (79°F)View July → August

25°C (77°F)View August → September

21°C (70°F)View September → This monthOctober

15°C (59°F)View October → November

9°C (48°F)View November → December

6°C (43°F)View December →

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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Basel-Stadt in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Canton of Basel-Stadt temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Basel. That makes December a low month for Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland.

How cold does it get at night in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland in December?

Basel sees nighttime lows close to 0°C (32°F) in December.

How much sun does Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland get in December?

Basel experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 53 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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