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Provincetown weather in January (Massachusetts, United States of America)

Can you expect sunny skies in Provincetown in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Provincetown typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -3°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Provincetown in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of snow/rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Provincetown. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Provincetown climate page with graphs.

 

Provincetown, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 100 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

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