Hempstead Lake level history
In the 365 days we have on record (Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 3, 2026), the highest level was 23.04 ft on May 21, 2026 and the lowest was 20.16 ft on Nov 24, 2025.
Hempstead Lake Water Level Today
Current elevation 20.76 ft
▼ 0.02 ft in 24 h▼ 0.24 ft in 7 days
Last reported Nov 3, 2026, 6:00 AM EST. This reading is not current.
As of Nov 3, 2026, 6:00 AM EST, Hempstead Lake is at 20.76 ft. The level has fallen 0.24 ft over the last 7 days.
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Hempstead Lake level history
Level
| Date | Elevation | Daily change | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2026 | 20.76 ft | −0.02 ft | — |
| Nov 2, 2026 | 20.78 ft | −0.03 ft | — |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 20.81 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 31, 2026 | 20.85 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 30, 2026 | 20.89 ft | −0.03 ft | — |
| Oct 29, 2026 | 20.92 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 28, 2026 | 20.96 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 27, 2026 | 21.00 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 26, 2026 | 21.04 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 25, 2026 | 21.08 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 24, 2026 | 21.12 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 23, 2026 | 21.16 ft | −0.04 ft | — |
| Oct 22, 2026 | 21.20 ft | −0.05 ft | — |
| Oct 21, 2026 | 21.25 ft | −0.05 ft | — |
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Lakes near Hempstead Lake
Oradell Reservoir 28 mi · 20.63 ft Lake Tappan 30 mi · 54.61 ft Woodcliff Lake 32 mi · 90.68 ft Swimming River Reservoir 35 mi · 35.15 ft Boonton Reservoir 42 mi · 305.03 ft Wanaque Reservoir 43 mi · 289.44 ft
All New York lake levels FAQ
What is the Hempstead Lake water level today?
20.76 ft as of Nov 3, 2026, 6:00 AM EST, reported by the U.S. Geological Survey.
How often is this page updated?
Every 3 hours. The gauge reports several times a day.
What is the highest and lowest level of Hempstead Lake?
In the period we have (since Nov 4, 2025): 23.04 ft and 20.16 ft.
Data: U.S. Geological Survey, gauge 0131079450 (official page). Provisional data, subject to revision. For information only. Not for navigation or flood safety decisions. Check the official source. LakeLevelHQ is not affiliated with any government agency.