Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Provincetown, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Provincetown, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Provincetown, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States of America by month

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January

January in Provincetown is pretty cool and snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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February

February in Provincetown is very cold and snowy. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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March

In March, Provincetown is cold. Temperatures routinely are in the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). During your visit, you can expect several inches of snow. This is also a rainy time for Provincetown, with a few of the days of the month having rain.

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April

If you visit Provincetown during April, you are likely to see that it is cold. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time and snow ().

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May

If you go to Provincetown in May, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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June

If you visit Provincetown during June, you may notice that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.

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July

Traveling to Provincetown in July, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Provincetown in August, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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September

September is mild. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.

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October

October in Provincetown can be chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) to low 60s F (mid 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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November

If you are traveling to Provincetown in November, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain once in a while and snow (). Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

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December

Traveling to Provincetown in December, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain regularly and snow (a few inches of snow). Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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Activities for Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Provincetown.

If you go to the Provincetown Art Association and Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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