About Buckten
Buckten is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Basel-Country (BL), at 47.420° latitude and 7.847° longitude. The municipality is part of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. Also known as Buckten, Buckten benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Buckten
The climate in Buckten is characteristic of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Buckten and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Buckten: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Buckten: 1991–2020 normals
In Buckten (526 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.0 °C. The warmest month is July (19.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.4 °C). About 961 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (109 mm) with a minimum in February (49 mm). The sun shines for about 1691 hours a year, mostly in July (233 h). On average there are 73 frost days and 5 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.4 °C and the absolute minimum −8.4 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.4 °C | 12.4 °C | −8.4 °C | 55 | 64 | 18 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.2 °C | 13.7 °C | −7.5 °C | 49 | 86 | 16 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.0 °C | 18.2 °C | −4.1 °C | 58 | 138 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.6 °C | 22.5 °C | −1.0 °C | 73 | 170 | 3 | 0 |
| May | 13.5 °C | 26.4 °C | 3.4 °C | 109 | 189 | 0 | 2 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 29.8 °C | 7.2 °C | 100 | 212 | 0 | 7 |
| Jul | 19.0 °C | 31.4 °C | 10.1 °C | 107 | 233 | 0 | 12 |
| Aug | 18.7 °C | 30.4 °C | 9.3 °C | 106 | 215 | 0 | 11 |
| Sep | 14.6 °C | 25.6 °C | 5.7 °C | 80 | 160 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 10.4 °C | 21.4 °C | 1.3 °C | 78 | 104 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.3 °C | 16.2 °C | −3.0 °C | 72 | 65 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.2 °C | 12.7 °C | −7.0 °C | 72 | 55 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.0 °C | 31.4 °C | −8.4 °C | 961 | 1691 | 73 | 34 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Rünenberg (3 km, 611 m), Gösgen (11 km, 380 m), Buchs / Aarau (18 km, 387 m), adjusted to the elevation of Buckten (526 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Buckten
What is the weather in Buckten today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Buckten, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Buckten?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Buckten.
Will it rain tomorrow in Buckten?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Buckten.
What is the air quality in Buckten?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Buckten.
Are there weather alerts for Buckten?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Buckten located?
Buckten sits at around 526 m above sea level in the canton of Basel-Country. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Buckten?
The warmest month in Buckten is July, averaging 19.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Buckten per year?
Buckten receives about 961 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (109 mm), the driest February (49 mm).
When is the best time to visit Buckten?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.0 °C on average, 233 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.