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Ocean City (NJ) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Ocean City can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Ocean City can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -2°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Ocean City is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1173 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 136 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 80 mm of rainfall spread across 11 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Ocean City (NJ)

Sun   Dec 22
-2°C | -8°C
NW 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
1°C | -11°C
N 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
5°C | -2°C
W 4 m/s
0.4 mm
partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

The best time of year to visit Ocean City in the United States of America

During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Ocean City?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Ocean City?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ocean City?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ocean City?
    December tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ocean City?
    May is the driest month with 80 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.