Weather in Basel for December 2025
Basel typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 8 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Basel at the beginning of December is 5.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 8.3 °C by the end of December.
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Basel in December average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  7° | 2  5° | 3  4° | 4 5° | 5  5° | 6  5° | 7 6° |
| 8 4° | 9 5° | 10  4° | 11 4° | 12 5° | 13 5° | 14 6° |
| 15 5° | 16 6° | 17 7° | 18 7° | 19  8° | 20 6° | 21 7° |
| 22 9° | 23 9° | 24 8° | 25  8° | 26 7° | 27 7° | 28  8° |
| 29 9° | 30 9° | 31 10° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Basel
December weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /1° | 7.5 mm | 2 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 5° /-1° | 5.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 4° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 5° /-1° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Overcast | 5° /1° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /0° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 6.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /0° | 4.8 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /1° | 9.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 5° /0° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 5° /1° | 2.9 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 6° /0° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Cloudy | 8° /1° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /0° | 1.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 7° /1° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /3° | 7.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 9° /3° | 5.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /2° | 3.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Sunny | 8° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Patchy moderate snow | 8° /1° | 3.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 9° /3° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 10° /3° | 1.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Guide for Basel in December
In Basel, Switzerland, December marks the onset of winter, bringing a noticeable drop in temperatures and the possibility of snowfall. At the beginning of the month, the weather in Basel tends to be chilly, with average daytime temperatures hovering around 5° and dropping to around 0° at night.
Occasional light snow showers may dust the city, creating a picturesque winter wonderland atmosphere. It's advisable for visitors to pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear to navigate the potentially icy streets.
As the month progresses, the weather in Basel becomes progressively colder. By the end of December, temperatures typically range from 2° during the day to around -2° at night. Snowfall becomes more frequent, blanketing the city in a serene white cover.
The festive ambiance is enhanced by the twinkling holiday lights, and visitors can enjoy the charming Christmas markets against the backdrop of the wintry weather.
Basel in December offers a quintessential winter experience, with the possibility of enjoying snow-covered landscapes and partaking in seasonal festivities. However, it's important for travelers to be prepared for cold conditions and potential travel disruptions due to snowfall.
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