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September and October often deliver pleasant Boardwalk walks, good fishing windows, and easier restaurant seating. Water can remain swimmable early in fall depending on the year. Watch tropical-season forecasts through October.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · NWS Wakefield / NOAA · Maryland DNR
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.
