July 12 sees frequent showers in Basel. Historical data shows a 41% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 25°C. Basel is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Basel
Currency
CHF
Fr. Swiss franc
Language
French
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Driving
Right side
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As of Sept 2021, Basel has 4G from Salt,...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.357
Basel Weather Forecast for July 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.8°C. 41% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Basel in July
Based on historical data for July 12, Basel typically experiences temperatures between 14.8°C and 24.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 41% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Basel
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
- Umbrella
Average High
24.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
41%
Avg 3.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Slight rain
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
Low volatility
Basel Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.7°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Switzerland
Flight Traffic
High
84/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~152
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Basel
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:45
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
20:27
⏱️ Daylight
15h 41m
Wind Speed
12.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Basel
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Basel on July 12 averages 24.8°C with a 41% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 89/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Basel Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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July 17
25.3°C • 26% rain
Score
97
July 18
25.8°C • 27% rain
Score
96
July 19
26.1°C • 28% rain
Score
96
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📍 Is Basel Worth Visiting on July 12?
Planning a trip to Basel on July 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24.8°C with a 41% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 152 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Switzerland, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest July 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 11.5°C in 2020.