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Photo: Ocean City New Jersey beach patrol boat by BJ Neary (CC BY-SA 2.0) License

Ocean City Beach

Beach · Ocean City, New Jersey

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 61°F (16°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy ACYN4 (10.3 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC.

  • A Gale Warning is in effect for Coastal waters from Manasquan Inlet to Little Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM and other areas. — NWS Mount Holly NJ
Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy ACYN4, as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for New Jersey yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 61°F at Ocean City Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool today
Editor's Notes
Ocean City bills itself as 'America's Greatest Family Resort' — a dry town with no alcohol sales and a classic boardwalk of rides, fries, and saltwater taffy. Its wide free beaches run the length of the barrier island.

Weather at Ocean City Beach

56°F, Clear · H 63° / L 56° · 5% chance of rain
H: 63° L: 56°
Clear
Clear
56°
|
Feels like 46°
Precipitation
5%
Humidity
73%
Wind
17 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Clear
56°
3 AM
Clear
56°
6 AM
Clear
56°
9 AM
Sunny
56°
12 PM
Sunny
62°
3 PM
Sunny
63°
6 PM
Sunny
63°
9 PM
Clear
61°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ocean City Beach?
Ocean City Beach is a beach in Ocean City, New Jersey.
What is the water temperature at Ocean City Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Ocean City Beach in Ocean City, New Jersey is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy ACYN4, 10.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Ocean City Beach?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Ocean City Beach rated?
Ocean City Beach in Ocean City, New Jersey has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1052 reviews.

Location & Contact

Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226

Ocean City, New Jersey 08226

🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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