Canton of Basel-Stadt Weather in January

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

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Basel Riehen Bettingen Birsfelden

Considering a trip to Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland this January 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 January

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. January in Canton of Basel-Stadt generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Basel. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

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

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 86 mm (3.4 in) in Basel.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Basel sees roughly 63 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 January

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

Temperature range in Canton of Basel-Stadt (January)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Basel-Stadt (January)

Basel

In January Basel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
63 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Basel →

Riehen

In January Riehen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
63 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Riehen →

Bettingen

In January Bettingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
63 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bettingen →

Birsfelden

In January Birsfelden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
63 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Birsfelden →

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

In our records: Switzerland January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Switzerland brought 280 mm (11 in) in Ascona on January 30, 1996.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Basel 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Riehen 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Bettingen 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Birsfelden 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

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

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

January in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland brings poor weather. In Basel, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

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

Average temperatures in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland during January range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Basel.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland during January, with Basel averaging close to 86 mm (3.4 in).

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

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland with often poor weather in Basel.

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

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