July · Switzerland
Best time to visit Basel in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Basel in July
Average temperature 20°C, 86 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
8.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 86 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Basel scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 20°C, 86 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Basel meets France and Germany on the Rhine, with a painted old town, world-class museums and Switzerland's oldest university.
July: the best month of the year in Basel
July averages 20°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 86 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.4 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Basel at 8.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Basel in July?
- In July, Basel averages 20°C, 86 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Basel?
- July earns a 8.5/10 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 July?
- Expect about 86 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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