Canton of Basel-Stadt Weather in February

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

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Basel Riehen Bettingen Birsfelden

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

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. February in Canton of Basel-Stadt generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Basel.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

February is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 84 mm (3.3 in) in Basel. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Basel typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in February. Basel sees roughly 88 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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 February

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

Temperature range in Canton of Basel-Stadt (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Basel-Stadt (February)

Basel

In February Basel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
88 hours
137 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Basel →

Riehen

In February Riehen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
88 hours
137 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Riehen →

Bettingen

In February Bettingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
88 hours
137 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Bettingen →

Birsfelden

In February Birsfelden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
88 hours
137 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Birsfelden →

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In our records: Switzerland February extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Switzerland dropped to -31°C (-24°F) in Silvaplana on February 9, 1986.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Basel 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Riehen 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Bettingen 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Birsfelden 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

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

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

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Basel average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

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

Basel averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

Does Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland. Basel averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Basel.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Basel. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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