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Water temperature in Ocean City

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ocean City. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Ocean City now

70.1

°F

October 10, 14:37

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

69.8°F

Tomorrow:

69.8°F

Sunrise:

07:04

Sunset:

18:30

Day Length:

11 h. 26 min.

Ocean City in October

Minimum:

37.8°F

Average:

44.0°F

Maximum:

47.7°F

Sea water temperature in Ocean City today

As of now, in Ocean City, the water temperature is 70.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.6°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 64.1°F on 2022.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 68.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 69.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Ocean City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 26 74.4°F 70.1°F 72.4°F
Sep 27 73.9°F 70.5°F 72.2°F
Sep 28 73.7°F 70.5°F 71.9°F
Sep 29 72.6°F 73.0°F 72.0°F
Sep 30 72.6°F 73.2°F 72.0°F
Oct 1 72.1°F 72.3°F 71.2°F
Oct 2 70.3°F 69.7°F 70.5°F
Oct 3 70.8°F 71.8°F 70.6°F
Oct 4 70.4°F 71.3°F 70.6°F
Oct 5 69.7°F 70.8°F 70.3°F
Oct 6 69.7°F 71.9°F 70.3°F
Oct 7 70.4°F 71.5°F 69.7°F
Oct 8 71.0°F 71.6°F 69.7°F
Oct 9 69.8°F 70.5°F 69.3°F
Oct 10 70.1°F 70.6°F 69.2°F
Oct 11 69.8°F 70.4°F 68.8°F
Oct 12 69.3°F 69.6°F 68.3°F
Oct 13 68.8°F 69.1°F 67.8°F
Oct 14 68.7°F 68.4°F 67.7°F
Oct 15 68.5°F 68.3°F 67.5°F
Oct 16 68.5°F 68.0°F 67.5°F
Oct 17 68.3°F 66.8°F 67.3°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Ocean City by month

In Ocean City, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 84 swimming days.
The warmest water in Ocean City was recorded on July 30, 2020, reaching a 83.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 26, 2015, dipping to 33.1°F. The average readings by season are 44.4°F in Winter, 51.0°F in Spring, 74.2°F in Summer, and 66.6°F in Autumn.