Canton of Basel-Stadt Weather in October

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

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Basel Riehen Bettingen Birsfelden

Planning a trip to Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Canton of Basel-Stadt in October

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Basel.

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

Precipitation

October is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 96 mm (3.8 in) in Basel.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Basel as an example - it receives around 108 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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 October

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

Temperature range in Canton of Basel-Stadt (October)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Basel-Stadt (October)

Basel

In October Basel generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
108 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
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Riehen

In October Riehen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
108 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Riehen →

Bettingen

In October Bettingen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
108 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Bettingen →

Birsfelden

In October Birsfelden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
108 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Birsfelden →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Basel 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Riehen 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Bettingen 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Birsfelden 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

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

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

Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Basel average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Basel averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

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

October is on the drier side in Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland. Basel averages only about 96 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland with overall tolerable weather in Basel. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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