Ocean City Beach, MD
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High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 1 PM-2 PM (UV Index 7)
About This Beach
Ocean City Beach in Maryland offers a classic East Coast beach experience with a long, lively boardwalk featuring numerous shops, restaurants, and amusement options. The beach itself is known for its expansive sandy area, often featuring decent waves suitable for surfing or boogie boarding. However, it can get quite crowded, especially during peak seasons, so visitors should plan accordingly. The beach is generally well-maintained, with lifeguards often on duty, but the quality of restrooms and overall accessibility for those with mobility issues is not consistently confirmed in reviews.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 51° | 7 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 51° | 7 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 51° | 6 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 52° | 5 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 52° | 3 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 52° | 2 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 52° | 1 | 14 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 57°F | 2.1 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -3.0 ft |
| 14:00 | 57°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -3.5 ft |
| 15:00 | 57°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -3.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 58°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -2.5 ft |
| 17:00 | 58°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -1.5 ft |
| 18:00 | 58°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -0.4 ft |
| 19:00 | 58°F | 2.3 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | +0.7 ft |