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Boiling Point Calculator

Calculate the boiling point of water at different altitudes, elevations, or atmospheric pressures using the Clausius-Clapeyron equation. Includes step-by-step solutions and interactive altitude chart.

Boiling Point Calculator
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About Boiling Point Calculator

The Boiling Point Calculator determines the boiling temperature of water at any altitude or atmospheric pressure. As elevation increases, atmospheric pressure decreases, causing water to boil at temperatures lower than the standard 100°C (212°F) at sea level. This tool uses the barometric formula and the Clausius-Clapeyron equation to deliver accurate results with step-by-step derivations.

The Science Behind Boiling Point Changes

Water boils when its vapor pressure equals the surrounding atmospheric pressure. At sea level, standard atmospheric pressure is 101.325 kPa (1 atm), and water boils at 100°C. As you ascend in altitude, the atmosphere becomes thinner and exerts less pressure, so water reaches its boiling point at a lower temperature.

Two key equations govern this behavior:

Barometric Formula

Atmospheric pressure decreases with altitude according to:

$$P = P_0 \left(1 - \frac{Lh}{T_0}\right)^{\frac{gM}{RL}}$$

Where P₀ = 101.325 kPa, L = 0.0065 K/m (temperature lapse rate), h = altitude (m), T₀ = 288.15 K, g = 9.807 m/s², M = 0.029 kg/mol, and R = 8.314 J/(mol·K).

Clausius-Clapeyron Equation

The relationship between pressure and boiling point is:

$$\frac{1}{T} = \frac{1}{T_{ref}} - \frac{R_w}{L_v} \ln\left(\frac{P}{P_{ref}}\right)$$

Where Tref = 373.15 K, Rw = 461.5 J/(kg·K), and Lv = 2,257,000 J/kg (latent heat of vaporization).

How to Use the Boiling Point Calculator

  1. Choose your input mode: Select "By Altitude" if you know the elevation, or "By Pressure" if you have a specific atmospheric pressure value.
  2. Enter your value: Type the altitude (in meters or feet) or pressure (in kPa, atm, psi, mmHg, or bar).
  3. Click Calculate: The tool applies the barometric formula and Clausius-Clapeyron equation to compute the boiling point.
  4. Review results: See the boiling temperature in °C, °F, and K along with a step-by-step derivation, altitude comparison chart, and cooking impact tips.

Boiling Point at Common Altitudes

LocationAltitudeBoiling Point
Dead Sea Shore-430 m (-1,412 ft)101.4°C (214.5°F)
Sea Level0 m (0 ft)100°C (212°F)
Denver, CO1,609 m (5,280 ft)95°C (203°F)
Mexico City2,240 m (7,349 ft)93°C (199.4°F)
La Paz, Bolivia3,640 m (11,942 ft)87.3°C (189.1°F)
Mt. Everest Base Camp5,364 m (17,598 ft)82.3°C (180.1°F)
Mt. Everest Summit8,849 m (29,032 ft)69.9°C (157.8°F)

Cooking at High Altitude

Lower boiling points at higher altitudes have practical consequences for cooking:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the boiling point of water at high altitude?

The boiling point of water decreases as altitude increases because atmospheric pressure drops. At sea level (0 m), water boils at 100°C (212°F). At 1,500 m (about 5,000 ft), it boils at roughly 95°C (203°F). At the summit of Mt. Everest (8,849 m), water boils at approximately 70°C (158°F).

Why does water boil at a lower temperature at higher altitudes?

Water boils when its vapor pressure equals the surrounding atmospheric pressure. At higher altitudes, the atmosphere is thinner and exerts less pressure, so water molecules need less energy (lower temperature) to escape into the gas phase. This relationship is described by the Clausius-Clapeyron equation.

How does altitude affect cooking times?

Because water boils at a lower temperature at higher altitudes, foods cooked in boiling water take longer. As a rule of thumb, add about 1-2 minutes of cooking time for every 300 meters (1,000 feet) above sea level. At very high altitudes (above 3,000 m), a pressure cooker is recommended to restore normal cooking temperatures.

What equation is used to calculate the boiling point at different pressures?

The Clausius-Clapeyron equation relates pressure and boiling point: 1/T = 1/Tref - (R/L) × ln(P/Pref), where Tref is the reference boiling point (373.15 K), R is the specific gas constant for water vapor (461.5 J/(kg·K)), L is the latent heat of vaporization (2,257,000 J/kg), P is the actual pressure, and Pref is standard atmospheric pressure (101.325 kPa).

Can water boil at room temperature?

Yes, water can boil at room temperature if the pressure is low enough. At approximately 2.34 kPa (about 0.023 atm), water boils at 20°C (68°F). This principle is used in vacuum distillation, freeze-drying processes, and can be demonstrated with a vacuum pump in physics labs.

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by miniwebtool team. Updated: Mar 16, 2026

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