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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

CityElevationBoils at
Scottsbluff3,888 ft204.9°F
North Platte2,803 ft206.9°F
Lexington2,392 ft207.6°F
Kearney2,152 ft208.1°F