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Basel's January 2026 Electricity Use Hits Lowest Since 2012 at 106.6 GWh
Published: February 4, 2026 · Period: 2026-01-01 – 2026-01-31In January 2026, the Canton of Basel's electricity consumption was 106.6 GWh, marking it as the lowest since 2012 and reflecting stable daily usage without significant fluctuations. This unusually low consumption compared to historical averages suggests a potential shift in consumption behavior or improvements in energy efficiency.
In January 2026, the Canton of Basel recorded a total electricity consumption of 106.6 GWh. The daily consumption ranged from a minimum of 2.9 GWh on Sunday, January 4th, to a maximum of 3.8 GWh on Tuesday, January 6th. Throughout the month, the daily electricity usage exhibited a relatively stable trend with minor fluctuations, reflecting consistent consumption patterns without significant spikes or drops.
Historically, the average electricity consumption for January since 2012 has been 117.0 GWh. The highest recorded monthly consumption for this period was 138.5 GWh in January 2012, while the lowest was 106.6 GWh in January 2026. The historical maximum daily consumption occurred on August 21, 2012, with 5.2 GWh, and the minimum was on March 31, 2024, with 2.5 GWh.
Comparing January 2026 to historical data, the total consumption was on the lower end of the spectrum, marking it as the lowest since 2012. The daily consumption patterns were stable, with no significant anomalies or volatility. This suggests that the electricity usage for January 2026 was unusually low compared to historical averages, indicating a potential shift in consumption behavior or efficiency improvements in energy use within the canton.
Table 1: Consumption of Electricity in January in GWh
| Year | Total Month | Max Daily | Avg Daily | Avg Weekday | Avg Weekend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 106.6 | 3.84 | 3.4 | 3.6 | 3.1 |
| 2025 | 108.2 | 3.85 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.1 |
| 2024 | 106.8 | 3.81 | 3.4 | 3.6 | 3.1 |
| 2023 | 106.9 | 3.81 | 3.4 | 3.6 | 3.0 |
| 2022 | 107.1 | 3.8 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.0 |
| 2021 | 109.0 | 3.85 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.1 |
| 2020 | 111.6 | 3.95 | 3.6 | 3.8 | 3.2 |
| 2019 | 117.0 | 4.16 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 3.3 |
| 2018 | 117.9 | 4.2 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3.3 |
| 2017 | 122.8 | 4.41 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.4 |
| 2016 | 121.0 | 4.37 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.4 |
| 2015 | 126.8 | 4.45 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 3.6 |
| 2014 | 125.7 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 3.5 |
| 2013 | 129.9 | 4.59 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 3.6 |
| 2012 | 138.5 | 4.96 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 3.8 |
Figure 1: Daily January 2026 Electricity Consumption in GWh Compared with Historic Daily Average since 2012
Figure 2: Monthly Electricity Consumption in January
🤖 This text was generated with the assistance of AI. All quantitative statements are derived directly from the dataset listed under Data Source.