Elevation
Highest point in Connecticut
The highest point in Connecticut is Mount Frissell (south slope), at 2,386 feet (727 meters) above sea level. It ranks 36th among the 50 state high points.
From Long Island Sound to Mount Frissell (south slope)
Connecticut spans about 2,386 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 2.49 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 208 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Connecticut · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Connecticut
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury, CT | 397 | 121 |
| Hartford, CT | 59 | 18 |
| New Haven, CT | 59 | 18 |
| Stamford, CT | 23 | 7 |
| Bridgeport, CT | 3 | 1 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Connecticut?
The highest point in Connecticut is Mount Frissell (south slope), at 2,386 feet (727 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 36th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Connecticut?
The lowest point is Long Island Sound, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Connecticut?
The mean elevation of Connecticut is about 499 feet (152 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Mount Frissell (south slope)?
On a standard day about 27.43 inHg (929 hPa), 92% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 208 °F (98 °C).