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Cooler months—roughly late fall through early spring—produce more offshore whale reports than peak July beach weeks. Migration timing varies annually with water temperature and prey. Summer visitors should expect dolphin and bay wildlife instead of reliable whale spouts.
Sources: Maryland DNR · 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.
