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Storms push dinner crowds indoors—booths and bar stages fill faster than clear-sky nights. Book private rooms when forecasts show all-day rain. Walk-up wait times spike after 9 p.m. when beaches are closed.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · National Weather Service
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.
