Boiling Point of Water in Nebraska
204.9–208.1°F
4 cities at 2,000 ft or higher
From Kearney at 2,152 ft (208.1°F) to Scottsbluff at 3,888 ft (204.9°F). Cities under 2,000 ft boil within about 4°F of 212°F.
Sources: US Census Bureau population estimates and USGS elevation (EPQS); National Center for Home Food Preservation: Temperatures at which water boils. Checked Oct 13, 2026.
By city
| City | Elevation | Boils at |
|---|---|---|
| Scottsbluff | 3,888 ft | 204.9°F |
| North Platte | 2,803 ft | 206.9°F |
| Lexington | 2,392 ft | 207.6°F |
| Kearney | 2,152 ft | 208.1°F |