Provincetown weather in May (Massachusetts, United States of America)
Will it be warm or cold in Provincetown this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Provincetown includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 17°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 10°C.
Precipitation
Provincetown in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 13 days of rain this month.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Provincetown climate page with graphs.
Provincetown, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
10°C
Max Temperature
17°C
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
96 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Where to go in the United States of America in May
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Provincetown, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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