Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ocean City-8th Street, United States

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Ocean City-8th Street...

Ocean City-8th Street is a surf spot in the United States. The water temperature around Ocean City-8th Street changes significantly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 3.2°C (37.7°F) in February up to 23°C (73.4°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 13°C (56°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Ocean City-8th Street is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Ocean City-8th Street?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Ocean City-8th Street is about:

Are there any other surf spots located close to Ocean City-8th Street?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Ocean City-8th Street. The nearest one is Ocean City-7th Street, which is just 0.1km (0.1miles) away from Ocean City-8th Street. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Ocean City-7th Street and its water temperature. Another fun surfspot near Ocean City-8th Street is Ocean City-14th 15th St, which is roughly 0.7km (0.4miles) away.

Are there gorgeous beaches close by?

There are some gorgeous beaches close to Ocean City-8th Street. The closest one is Longport, which is just 3.6km (2.2miles) away from Ocean City-8th Street. Another gorgeous beach near Ocean City-8th Street is Margate City, which is roughly 5.1km (3.1miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Ocean City-8th Street?

The sea temperature at Ocean City-8th Street is warm, reaching up to 23°C (73°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be ok without a rashguard or 1mm top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Ocean City-8th Street. Nevertheless, during late winter, temperatures come down to roughly 3°C (38°F). During this time, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to carry a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Ocean City-8th Street?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (38-47°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during summer when temperatures range from 18 to 23°C (64-73°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Ocean City-8th Street: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Ocean City-8th Street...

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