Summer Road Trips in New Hampshire
Routes
30
Avg Distance
133 mi
Avg Drive
3h 0m
Destinations
26
New Hampshire in the summer offers a refreshing escape with 30 routes averaging 135 miles and just under 3.5 hours. You'll find drives with excellent EV coverage, boasting up to 35 DC fast chargers, and elevations that gently roll up to 1530 feet. This season highlights the state's diverse terrain, from the relatively flat to the softly undulating, perfect for exploring.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.23/gal
Diesel: $5.60/gal
Typical trip cost
$17–$30
One-way, ~133 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~47 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-08-31
Climate through the year: New Hampshire
New Hampshire peaks at around 83°F in Jul and cools to 32°F / 13°F in Jan. Wettest month is Oct at ~4.4 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32 | 13 | 2.8 | 17.1 |
| Feb | 35 | 15 | 2.8 | 16.9 |
| Mar | 44 | 23 | 3.3 | 13.6 |
| Apr | 58 | 33 | 3.4 | 2.5 |
| May | 69 | 44 | 3.5 | — |
| Jun peak | 78 | 54 | 3.8 | — |
| Jul peak | 83 | 59 | 3.6 | — |
| Aug peak | 82 | 57 | 3.6 | — |
| Sep | 74 | 49 | 3.6 | — |
| Oct | 61 | 38 | 4.4 | 0.8 |
| Nov | 48 | 29 | 3.4 | 2.5 |
| Dec | 37 | 20 | 3.7 | 14.3 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for NH — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Colebrook, NH → Keene, NH
Through: Westminster → Walpole New Hampshire
This mostly highway drive scores a high 9 and features excellent EV infrastructure with 35 DC fast chargers. It covers 182.7 miles through mostly flat terrain, making it a straightforward summer cruise.
Editor's pick
Keene, NH → Berlin, NH
Through: Lancaster
Another strong 9 on the drive score, this 167-mile route winds through gently rolling terrain. It's a good option for experiencing the state's interior without extensive elevation gains.
Editor's pick
Colebrook, NH → Derry, NH
Through: Boston
This 165.5-mile trip, also with a drive score of 9, offers excellent EV charging availability. It traverses gently rolling landscapes and includes access to parks, adding natural stops to your journey.
Keene, NH → Gorham, NH
Through: Lancaster
Salem, NH → Milan, NH
Through: Plymouth → Lancaster
Berlin, NH → Pelham, NH
Through: Boston
Berlin, NH → Salem, NH
Through: Boston
Berlin, NH → Nashua, NH
Through: Merrimack
Berlin, NH → Windham, NH
Through: Boston
Berlin, NH → Londonderry, NH
Through: Boston
Groveton, NH → Dover, NH
Through: Tilton
Berlin, NH → Derry Village, NH
Through: Boston
Berlin, NH → Merrimack, NH
Through: Nashua
Keene, NH → Whitefield, NH
Through: Woodsville New Hampshire
Keene, NH → North Conway, NH
Through: New Hampton
Berlin, NH → City of Manchester, NH
Through: Boston
Berlin, NH → Manchester, NH
Nashua, NH → Whitefield, NH
Through: Lancaster
City of Manchester, NH → Lancaster, NH
Dover, NH → Lisbon, NH
Through: Alton → Sugar Hill
Merrimack, NH → Lisbon, NH
Through: Sugar Hill
Pelham, NH → Conway, NH
Through: Plymouth → New Hampton
Nashua, NH → Franconia, NH
Hudson, NH → Conway, NH
Through: New Hampton
Rochester, NH → Lyme, NH
Through: Lebanon → White River Junction Vermont → Hanover
Dover, NH → Charlestown, NH
Through: Lebanon → White River Junction Vermont → Sunapee +2 more
Rochester, NH → Hinsdale, NH
Through: Lebanon → White River Junction Vermont → Keene
Lyme, NH → Salem, NH
Through: Boston
Keene, NH → Tuftonboro, NH
Through: Portsmouth
Dover, NH → Hanover, NH
Through: Lebanon → White River Junction Vermont