January weather forecast
Provincetown, MA

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Residential homes along the scenic shores of Provincetown in Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Residential homes along the scenic shores of Provincetown in Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Weather in January

January in Provincetown, Massachusetts typically has relatively cold temperatures and decent humidity levels, making it a typical winter month. It is colder than December, with chilly sea temperatures as well. The month features mild wind conditions compared to other winter months. It's a month best suited for indoor activities, with occasional bright sunshine hours to line up a winter walk. Notably, January reaches its lowest with temperatures dropping to 29.8°F (-1.2°C) at times.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C), is the coldest month in Provincetown.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Provincetown is 75%.

Rainfall

In Provincetown, during January, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.1 rainfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Provincetown. In Provincetown, Massachusetts, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Provincetown, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Provincetown, Massachusetts, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: In 41.5°F (5.3°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

In Provincetown, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Provincetown, the average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Provincetown. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Provincetown?

With average high and low temperatures of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively, January is Provincetown's coldest month.

How cold does it get in Provincetown in January?

In Provincetown, 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Provincetown?

In January, the average relative humidity in Provincetown is 75%.

How much does it rain in Provincetown in January?

In Provincetown, Massachusetts, during January, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Provincetown in January?

In Provincetown, Massachusetts, during January, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Provincetown?

In Provincetown, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Provincetown have in January?

The average day length in January in Provincetown, Massachusetts, is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Provincetown?

On the first day of January in Provincetown, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Provincetown?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Provincetown?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Provincetown?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Provincetown, MA

Average temperature in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Provincetown, MA

Average pressure in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Provincetown, MA

Average wind speed in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Provincetown, MA

Average humidity in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Provincetown, MA

Average rainfall in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in January
Provincetown, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Provincetown, MA

Average snowfall in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Provincetown, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Provincetown, MA

Average sea temperature in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Provincetown, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Provincetown, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Provincetown, MA

Average UV index in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Provincetown, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Provincetown, MA

Average visibility in January - Provincetown, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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