March 13 is generally a great time to visit Basel. While there is a slight chance of rain (34%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. You'll enjoy Basel with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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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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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.357
Basel Weather Forecast for March 13
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.2°C. 34% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Basel in March
Based on historical data for March 13, Basel typically experiences temperatures between 1.9°C and 11.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 34% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Basel
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
11.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.2°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
34%
Avg 1.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~34% chance
Pressure
1017.1 hPa
High volatility
Basel Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 33 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 50 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 83 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.1°C
Dry air
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
Moderate
43/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~77
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Basel
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:48
☀️ Noon
12:40
🌇 Sunset
18:32
⏱️ Daylight
11h 43m
Wind Speed
12.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Basel
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 March 13 averages 11.2°C with a 34% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 65/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 18
12.4°C • 21% rain
Score
76
March 19
12.5°C • 22% rain
Score
76
March 17
12.3°C • 23% rain
Score
75
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📍 Is Basel Worth Visiting on March 13?
Planning a trip to Basel on March 13? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.2°C with a 34% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 77 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 March 13 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.4°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 0.8°C in 2016.