UV Index in Hempstead, New York, United States

· America/New York

3.6
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (12:39:19 PM) the sun reaches 38.8° above the horizon in Hempstead. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.6 (moderate). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.

☀️ Sun Safety: When the UV index is high, protect yourself with sunscreen, shade, and a hat. Values of 6 or more indicate increased sunburn risk!

UV index in Hempstead, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
38.8° 3.6 Moderate —
38.4° 3.5 Moderate —
38.1° 3.5 Moderate —
37.7° 3.4 Moderate —
37.4° 3.3 Moderate —
37.1° 3.3 Moderate —
36.7° 3.2 Moderate —
36.4° 3.1 Moderate —
36.0° 3.1 Moderate —
35.7° 3.0 Moderate —
35.4° 3.0 Moderate —
35.1° 2.9 Low —
34.7° 2.9 Low —
34.4° 2.8 Low —

Clear-sky values are calculated from the sun's height at solar noon (cloud-free sky, average ozone). Forecast values from Open-Meteo include clouds and load in your browser.

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The UV index in Hempstead measures the intensity of ultraviolet radiation reaching the ground. Values below 3 are considered low risk, while 6 and above require sun protection such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and shade. The clear-sky value shows how strong the sun can get on each day; the forecast shows what is expected with clouds. See today's sunrise and sunset times for Hempstead or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Hempstead.

About Hempstead

Hempstead has existed as a municipality since 1643 and functions as a village within Nassau County, New York. Covering an area of 9.5 square kilometers, the village recorded a population of 59,169 in 2020. Local infrastructure includes the Hofstra Law Library, which serves as a notable feature of the community. Residents and visitors have access to the African American Museum, a facility dedicated to art and African-American history. Additionally, the village contains St. George's Episcopal Church. These sites represent a portion of the institutional presence within this United States municipality.

AI-assisted description based on geographic data and editorial notes.