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Hempstead Lake
Lake · Lakeview, New York
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy BATN6, as of Aug 21, 10:30 PM UTC
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy BATN6 (19.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 PM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hempstead Lake?
- Hempstead Lake is a lake in Lakeview, New York.
- What is the water temperature at Hempstead Lake?
- As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Hempstead Lake in Lakeview, New York is 75°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy BATN6, 19.5 miles away.
- Can you swim at Hempstead Lake?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.
- How is Hempstead Lake rated?
- Hempstead Lake in Lakeview, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 46 reviews.
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