January · Switzerland
Best time to visit Basel in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
3.8/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 63 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Sunny days
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Basel scores 3.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 63 mm of rain, and roughly 0 sunny days this month.
Basel rewards city wandering in Switzerland most clearly through late spring through early autumn.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Basel in January?
- In January, Basel averages 1°C, 63 mm of rain, and about 0 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 3.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Basel?
- January earns a 3.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Basel in January?
- Expect about 63 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 0 sunny days.
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