Current weather
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BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT
Hempstead weather, air quality and conditions
Plan around Hempstead’s forecast, nearby weather observations and current regional air reports.
Peak UV forecast
Checking the forecastThe EPA's daily peak forecast, with its own forecast date.
UV index guide ↗Weather alerts
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View the official forecast and alerts ↗Forecast
Forecast
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Official NWS forecast ↗Tides
Consult official tide and coastal observations before planning a shoreline visit.
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Marine conditions
Offshore modules do not apply to this inland city.
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Gas prices
Live station pricing is not available yet. We’re working on a source that can show fuel type, report time and cash or membership conditions alongside each price.
Air quality and roads
Current air-quality and highway information from the official services.
Check air quality and road closures before heading out. For pollen levels, consult a local allergy forecast.
Sunrise and sunset
Plan around sunrise, sunset and the golden-hour windows, calculated for Hempstead and shown in Eastern time.
Plan a golden hour →Refresh schedule: observations every 15 minutes, alerts every 10 minutes, forecasts and AQI every 30 minutes, daily UV every 6 hours, and highway closures every 15 minutes. Source publication times can differ.
Rivers and streams
Latest readings from U.S. Geological Survey gauges near Hempstead. Provisional data, not a flood forecast; follow National Weather Service flood warnings.
East Meadow Brook at Freeport NY
2.9 miles from the city center
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Valley Stream at Valley Stream NY
5.1 miles from the city center
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Bellmore Creek near Bellmore NY
5.8 miles from the city center
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Bellmore Creek Tributary at Bellmore NY
6 miles from the city center
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