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Provincetown (P-town) Weather in December

Provincetown (P-town) in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is at its peak this month, around 122 mm (4.8 in) on average, so waterproofs are essential.

Rainfall in Provincetown (P-town) in December

With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 122 mm (4.8 in) on average. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Provincetown (P-town) in December

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Provincetown (P-town) in December, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Provincetown (P-town).

Provincetown (P-town) Temperature in December

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
122 mm (4.8 in)
Rainy days
14 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Provincetown (P-town) in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Provincetown (P-town) in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Provincetown (P-town) in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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