May Weather in Provincetown

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Provincetown, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 11°C (52°F). Highs can soar to 18°C (65°F), while lows may dip to 6°C (43°F). Typically, the humidity level in Provincetown throughout May hovers around 75%.

6°C (43°F)

Minimum temperature

11°C (52°F)

Average temperature

18°C (65°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Provincetown averages 102 mm (4.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 22 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.

102 mm (4.0 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 22 minutes

Sunshine hours

41%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Provincetown reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 6 8 9 9 8 6 4 2 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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