About West Hempstead, NY

West Hempstead is a city of approximately 18,900 people in New York, United States. Located in the Eastern Time Zone at 40.7°N latitude.

In 2025, West Hempstead averaged an annual temperature of 54°F, with hottest temperatures reaching 105°F in June and lowest around 5°F in January. The city received approximately 45 inches of precipitation during the year.