About Liestal
Liestal is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Basel-Country (BL), at 47.483° latitude and 7.725° longitude. The municipality is part of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. Also known as Liestal, Liestal benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Liestal
The climate in Liestal 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 Liestal and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Liestal: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Liestal: 1991–2020 normals
In Liestal (361 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.6 °C. The warmest month is July (19.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (2.0 °C). About 882 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (102 mm) with a minimum in February (46 mm). The sun shines for about 1706 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 66 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.6 °C and the absolute minimum −8.1 °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 | 2.0 °C | 13.0 °C | −8.1 °C | 50 | 66 | 17 | 0 |
| Feb | 3.1 °C | 14.6 °C | −6.7 °C | 46 | 88 | 14 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.7 °C | 19.7 °C | −3.8 °C | 53 | 138 | 8 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.4 °C | 23.7 °C | −0.5 °C | 67 | 170 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 14.2 °C | 27.3 °C | 4.1 °C | 102 | 187 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.6 °C | 30.4 °C | 7.7 °C | 91 | 212 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 19.4 °C | 31.6 °C | 10.2 °C | 96 | 234 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 19.0 °C | 30.8 °C | 9.6 °C | 95 | 217 | 0 | 13 |
| Sep | 14.9 °C | 25.7 °C | 6.0 °C | 74 | 163 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.8 °C | 22.1 °C | 1.9 °C | 75 | 108 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.8 °C | 16.4 °C | −2.9 °C | 67 | 67 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.8 °C | 13.7 °C | −6.5 °C | 67 | 56 | 16 | 0 |
| Year | 10.6 °C | 31.6 °C | −8.1 °C | 882 | 1706 | 66 | 46 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations St. Chrischona (10 km, 493 m), Basel / Binningen (12 km, 316 m), Rünenberg (13 km, 611 m), adjusted to the elevation of Liestal (361 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Liestal
What is the weather in Liestal today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Liestal, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Liestal?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Liestal.
Will it rain tomorrow in Liestal?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Liestal.
What is the air quality in Liestal?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Liestal.
Are there weather alerts for Liestal?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Liestal located?
Liestal sits at around 361 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 Liestal?
The warmest month in Liestal is July, averaging 19.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 2.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Liestal per year?
Liestal receives about 882 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (102 mm), the driest February (46 mm).
When is the best time to visit Liestal?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.4 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (2.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.