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Provincetown (P-town) Weather in May

May in Provincetown (P-town) brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 10°C (50°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 96 mm (3.8 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Provincetown (P-town) in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain, totalling around 96 mm (3.8 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Provincetown (P-town) in May

May in Provincetown (P-town) sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 10°C (50°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Provincetown (P-town).

Provincetown (P-town) Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
96 mm (3.8 in)
Rainy days
13 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 May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.

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

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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