What is today's weather forecast for Hempstead, NY?

Today's forecast for Hempstead shows a high of 29 degrees and a low of 21 degrees Fahrenheit. Increasing clouds, with a high near 29.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Hempstead, NY?

The 7-day forecast for Hempstead shows highs from 29 to 52 degrees and lows from 21 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Hempstead, NY this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Hempstead this week. Precipitation chances: Thursday (90% chance), Friday (30% chance), Sunday (30% chance).

How accurate is the Hempstead weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Hempstead forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Hempstead, NY Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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25°F
Feels Like 17°F

Humidity 60% Dew Point 13°F Wind WNW 7 MPH Gusts 15 Barometer 30.23 in.

Solar Rad 402 w/m²

Report from a personal weather station 0.8 mi. E of central Hempstead
at 11:30 AM Mon, Dec 15, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

MonDec 15

TueDec 16

WedDec 17

ThuDec 18

FriDec 19

30%

SatDec 20

SunDec 21

30%

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures climb from 29°F to a high of 52°F by week's end. Some rain possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 3°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 45°F with lows around 31°F.

This Date in Weather History

1945 - A record December snowstorm buried Buffalo, NY, under 36.6 inches of snow, with unofficial totals south of the city ranging up to 70 inches. Travel was brought to a halt by the storm.

Hempstead, NY 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Monday Dec 15

Day: Increasing clouds, with a high near 29. Wind chill values between 15 and 20. West wind 10 to 14 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21. West wind around 8 mph.

Tuesday Dec 16

Day: Sunny, with a high near 32. Wind chill values between 15 and 25. West wind around 6 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a temperature rising to around 31 by 3am. Wind chill values between 20 and 25. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 42. Southwest wind 10 to 13 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 52.

Night: Rain. Low around 47. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

Friday Dec 19

Day: A 30 percent chance of rain before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 51.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 25.

Saturday Dec 20

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 41.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35.

Sunday Dec 21

Day: A 30 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 46.

About Hempstead, NY

The Town of Hempstead is the most populous town in the State of New York. It is the largest of the three towns within Nassau County (alongside North Hempstead and Oyster Bay), located on Long Island, east of Queens. The population was 793,409 at the time of the 2020 census. It occupies the southwestern part of the county, near the western end of Long Island. A total of 22 incorporated villages (one of which is named Hempstead) are completely or partially within the town. Hofstra University's campus is located in Hempstead.

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