January weather - Winter 2024 - Basel, Switzerland

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

The Rhine River passing through the city of Basel in Switzerland, with a view of the red stone Munster Cathedral building

Weather in January

January in Basel, Switzerland is characterized by its cold temperatures, with the month's high generally reaching 4.5°C (40.1°F) and the low plummeting to -1.1°C (30°F). Relative humidity generally hovers around 81%, providing a crisp chill to the air. Snowfall is a frequent sighting this month, turning the city into a picturesque winter wonderland. The daylight is limited this time of year, contributing to the fresh and frosty ambience of the city.

Temperature

Basel's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 4.5°C (40.1°F) and lows of -1.1°C (30°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Basel is 81%.

Rainfall

In Basel, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 843mm (33.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Basel, Switzerland, in January, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 89mm (3.5") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 369mm (14.53") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Basel is 8h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:28 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Basel is 2.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Basel?

Basel's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 4.5°C (40.1°F) to a low of -1.1°C (30°F).

Is it cold in Basel during January?

The high-temperature during January is 4.5°C (40.1°F) and the low-temperature is -1.1°C (30°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Basel?

In January, the average relative humidity in Basel, Switzerland, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Basel?

In January, in Basel, Switzerland, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Basel in January?

In Basel, during January, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 89mm (3.5") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Basel have in January?

In Basel, the average day length in January is 8h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Basel?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:48. On the last day of the month, in Basel, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:28 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Basel?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Basel is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Basel?

The months with the lowest UV index in Basel, Switzerland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Basel?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

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January

Feb

Average high temperature

5.2°C 41.4°F

4.5°C 40.1°F

6.4°C 43.5°F

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average high temperature in January: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: -1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°C).

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Average humidity in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average rainfall in January: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average snowfall in January: 89mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (115mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

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Average UV index in January
Basel, Switzerland

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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January weather forecast
Basel, Switzerland

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