Elevation
Highest point in New Hampshire
The highest point in New Hampshire is Mount Washington, at 6,286 feet (1,916 meters) above sea level. It ranks 18th among the 50 state high points.
From Atlantic Ocean (Gulf of Maine) to Mount Washington
New Hampshire spans about 6,286 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 6.20 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 200 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across New Hampshire · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in New Hampshire
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon, New Hampshire | 584 | 178 |
| North Conway, New Hampshire | 525 | 160 |
| Concord, New Hampshire | 272 | 83 |
| Manchester, New Hampshire | 262 | 80 |
| Nashua, New Hampshire | 161 | 49 |
| Portsmouth, New Hampshire | 20 | 6 |
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 New Hampshire?
The highest point in New Hampshire is Mount Washington, at 6,286 feet (1,916 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 18th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in New Hampshire?
The lowest point is Atlantic Ocean (Gulf of Maine), at sea level.
What is the average elevation of New Hampshire?
The mean elevation of New Hampshire is about 1,000 feet (305 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Mount Washington?
On a standard day about 23.72 inHg (803 hPa), 79% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 200 °F (94 °C).