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Provincetown (P-town) Weather in January

During January, Provincetown (P-town) experiences low daytime temperatures of 4°C (39°F) and cooler nights around -3°C (27°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 100 mm (3.9 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Provincetown (P-town) in January

Historically, January sees about 14 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 100 mm (3.9 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Provincetown (P-town) in January

Expect highs of 4°C (39°F) in Provincetown (P-town) in January, with nights dropping to around -3°C (27°F). During January, you'll experience the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. Nights are well below freezing at -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

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 January

Min Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Max Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
100 mm (3.9 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 January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Provincetown (P-town) in January. 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 January

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

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

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