March 19 is generally a great time to visit Basel. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. You'll enjoy Basel with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options. Note: March 19 is Saint Joseph's Day in Basel, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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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 March 19
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.5°C. 22% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Basel in March
Based on historical data for March 19, Basel typically experiences temperatures between 2.2°C and 12.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Basel
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
22%
Avg 1.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~22% chance
Pressure
1020.5 hPa
High volatility
Basel Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
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
8.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Saint Joseph's Day
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
06:36
☀️ Noon
12:38
🌇 Sunset
18:41
⏱️ Daylight
12h 4m
Wind Speed
12.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.0 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
☀️ Excellent
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 19 averages 12.5°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 76/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Basel Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Basel Worth Visiting on March 19?
Planning a trip to Basel on March 19? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.5°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Saint Joseph's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ 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 19 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.4°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -2.8°C in 2021.