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Late May and September offer warm weather with thinner crowds than July; peak summer adds higher prices and Senior Week overlap in late June. Shoulder weekends ease restaurant reservations. Winter suits budget crews who want bars without beach time.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
