October weather forecast
Ocean City, NJ

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Weather in October

October sees the start of a cool down, yet remains pleasant with its temperate conditions. As the fist of autumn, vibrant fall colors paint Ocean City, New Jersey in shades of yellow, orange and red. The coastline turns into a beautiful blend of summer remembrance and fall arrival. Pumpkin-themed events become a common attraction around town. Cooler evenings make for peaceful walks along the well-lit boardwalk.

Temperature

Onset of October in Ocean City, New Jersey, comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C). Ocean City sustains an average of approximately a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) during October nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ocean City is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, in Ocean City, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ocean City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.9 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ocean City, snow does not fall in April, June through November.

Ocean temperature

In Ocean City, in October, the average water temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C).
Note: Swimming is not an enjoyable activity for the majority when the water is at 65.1°F (18.4°C). The difficulty of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Ocean City is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of October, in Ocean City, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ocean City, New Jersey, is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ocean City, New Jersey, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Ocean City?

In October, in Ocean City, the average high-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ocean City?

The average relative humidity in October in Ocean City is 76%.

How much does it rain in Ocean City in October?

In Ocean City, in October, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ocean City?

In Ocean City, New Jersey, snow does not fall in April, June through November.

What is the ocean temperature in October in Ocean City?

In Ocean City, in October, the average water temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C). Swimming in 65.1°F (18.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in October in Ocean City?

In Ocean City, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ocean City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ocean City have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ocean City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average temperature in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average pressure in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average humidity in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average sea temperature in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in October: 65.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average sunshine days in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average UV index in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Ocean City, NJ

Average visibility in October - Ocean City, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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