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United StatesThe weather in May in Provincetown
It's cool to moderate in May in Provincetown with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 13°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Provincetown. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Provincetown, Massachusetts. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2017, Provincetown reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 144 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Provincetown
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Provincetown. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Provincetown | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 144 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Provincetown with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Provincetown is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Provincetown, Massachusetts. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Provincetown
Temperature in May in Provincetown over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Provincetown, Massachusetts. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Provincetown
Total precipitation in May in Provincetown over the years
Daily UV index in May in Provincetown
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Provincetown, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Provincetown by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Provincetown. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.