Weather & Climate in North New Hyde Park, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
North New Hyde Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The area receives 25.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 113 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 113 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,213/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7458°N, 73.6878°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Nassau County County |
| Nearest Airport | John F Kennedy International (JFK) 9 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 84.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 97.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 25.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Apr 5, 2024 | 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake | M4.8 | 91 km | 3 km |
| Apr 5, 2024 | 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M3.7 | 89 km | 4 km |
| Aug 26, 2003 | 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey | M3.1 | 121 km | 3 km |
| Jan 9, 1992 | 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey | M3.1 | 70 km | 8 km |
| Apr 9, 2019 | 63 km SSE of Sagaponack, New York | M3.0 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut | M3.0 | 37 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2025 | 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey | M3.0 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2009 | 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey | M3.0 | 72 km | 0 km |
| May 24, 2024 | 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey | M2.9 | 90 km | 7 km |
| Apr 27, 2024 | 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M2.9 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 1992 | 2 km SW of Napeague, New York | M2.8 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Aug 5, 2025 | 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey | M2.8 | 42 km | 12 km |
| Apr 12, 1991 | 2 km ENE of North Castle, New York | M2.7 | 45 km | 9 km |
| Aug 14, 2014 | 6 km SW of Deep River Center, Connecticut | M2.7 | 120 km | 4 km |
| Aug 14, 2015 | 3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey | M2.6 | 75 km | 8 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M2.6 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M2.6 | 87 km | 9 km |
| Oct 27, 2001 | 1 km NNW of Manhattan, New York | M2.6 | 24 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2000 | 2 km WSW of Brewster Hill, New York | M2.6 | 75 km | 7 km |
| Apr 5, 2024 | 6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey | M2.6 | 91 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
5 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Henri | Category 1 | 75 mph | 273 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 1 | 81 mph | 273 km |
| 2012 | Sandy | Category 1 | 92 mph | 275 km |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 2 | 109 mph | 135 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 37 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
189 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 162 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 10, 1989 | EF4 | 97 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 1990 | EF3 | 96 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1988 | EF3 | 96 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1977 | EF3 | 82 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1973 | EF3 | 88 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1973 | EF3 | 69 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF2 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF2 | 82 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF2 | 89 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 2018 | EF2 | 84 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2009 | EF2 | 99 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2007 | EF2 | 38 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 2006 | EF2 | 39 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2001 | EF2 | 70 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 7, 1998 | EF2 | 11 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 1989 | EF2 | 75 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 1989 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1981 | EF2 | 91 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 1974 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1973 | EF2 | 19 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1964 | LONG ISLAND, NY | Meteorological | 0.3 m | - | 50 km |
| 1895 | HIGH BRIDGE, NJ | Earthquake | - | - | 101 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (23,000 acres, 1985).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 23,000 | 62 km |
| 2024 | JENNINGS CREEK | 5,069 | 70 km |
| 2012 | CRESCENT BOW FIRE | 1,068 | 74 km |
| 1986 | LAKEHURST NAVAL AIR | 906 | 99 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 833 | 67 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 737 | 73 km |
| 1989 | LAKEWOOD | 728 | 86 km |
| 2016 | SHERWOOD | 642 | 59 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 4.0 in |
North New Hyde Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.8").