Verdict: Tough month
Basel Weather in January
January is properly cold in Basel, with highs of only 6°C (43°F). Expect showers on roughly 13 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Basel outside January.
Average high
6°C / 43°F
Average low
-1°C / 30°F
Rain days
~13
Precipitation
84 mm
What to pack for Basel in January
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 13 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Basel: Jul (26°C / 79°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: Dec (~16 rain days)
6°
-1°
Jan
10°
1°
Feb
12°
2°
Mar
15°
5°
Apr
19°
9°
May
24°
14°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
26°
16°
Aug
22°
12°
Sep
17°
8°
Oct
10°
3°
Nov
7°
1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)