Elevation
Highest point in Rhode Island
The highest point in Rhode Island is Jerimoth Hill, at 811 feet (247 meters) above sea level. It ranks 46th among the 50 state high points.
From Atlantic Ocean to Jerimoth Hill
Rhode Island spans about 811 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 0.87 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 210 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Rhode Island · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Rhode Island
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, RI | 36 | 11 |
| Newport, RI | 30 | 9 |
| Providence, RI | 7 | 2 |
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 Rhode Island?
The highest point in Rhode Island is Jerimoth Hill, at 811 feet (247 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 46th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Rhode Island?
The lowest point is Atlantic Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Rhode Island?
The mean elevation of Rhode Island is about 200 feet (61 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Jerimoth Hill?
On a standard day about 29.05 inHg (984 hPa), 97% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 210 °F (99 °C).