About Ziefen
Ziefen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Basel-Country (BL), at 47.427° latitude and 7.699° longitude. The municipality is part of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. Also known as Ziefen, Ziefen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Ziefen
The climate in Ziefen 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 Ziefen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Ziefen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Ziefen: 1991–2020 normals
In Ziefen (461 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.1 °C. The warmest month is July (19.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.5 °C). About 910 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (105 mm) with a minimum in February (47 mm). The sun shines for about 1706 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 67 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.4 °C and the absolute minimum −8.5 °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 | 1.5 °C | 12.6 °C | −8.5 °C | 51 | 66 | 17 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.5 °C | 14.1 °C | −7.3 °C | 47 | 88 | 15 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.2 °C | 19.0 °C | −4.2 °C | 54 | 138 | 9 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.9 °C | 23.2 °C | −1.0 °C | 69 | 170 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 13.7 °C | 26.8 °C | 3.6 °C | 105 | 187 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.2 °C | 30.1 °C | 7.3 °C | 94 | 212 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 19.0 °C | 31.4 °C | 9.8 °C | 99 | 234 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 18.7 °C | 30.6 °C | 9.1 °C | 99 | 217 | 0 | 13 |
| Sep | 14.5 °C | 25.5 °C | 5.5 °C | 76 | 163 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.4 °C | 21.7 °C | 1.3 °C | 76 | 108 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.4 °C | 16.1 °C | −3.3 °C | 69 | 67 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.3 °C | 13.2 °C | −7.0 °C | 69 | 56 | 16 | 0 |
| Year | 10.1 °C | 31.4 °C | −8.5 °C | 910 | 1706 | 67 | 44 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Rünenberg (14 km, 611 m), Basel / Binningen (15 km, 316 m), St. Chrischona (16 km, 493 m), adjusted to the elevation of Ziefen (461 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Ziefen
What is the weather in Ziefen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Ziefen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Ziefen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Ziefen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Ziefen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Ziefen.
What is the air quality in Ziefen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Ziefen.
Are there weather alerts for Ziefen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Ziefen located?
Ziefen sits at around 461 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 Ziefen?
The warmest month in Ziefen is July, averaging 19.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Ziefen per year?
Ziefen receives about 910 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (105 mm), the driest February (47 mm).
When is the best time to visit Ziefen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.0 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.