When do polls close in New Hampshire?
Polls in New Hampshire close at 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM local time on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, between 7:00 PM ET and 8:00 PM ET, depending on where you vote.
Closing times
| Where | Polls close | Eastern |
|---|---|---|
| many towns and cities (e.g., Manchester, Portsmouth, Bedford) | 7:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM ET |
| latest closing: some towns (e.g., Windham) | 8:00 PM EST | 8:00 PM ET |
What voters need to know
Poll hours vary by town in New Hampshire, so check your town or city clerk's posted hours: for Nov 3, 2026, Windham's polls are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, while Bedford (7:00 AM to 7:00 PM), Portsmouth (8:00 AM to 7:00 PM) and Manchester (generally 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM) close at 7:00 PM. Absentee ballots sent by mail or brought by a delivery agent must reach the town or city clerk by 5:00 PM on Election Day, and voters returning their own ballot in person must do so by 5:00 PM the day before (as stated by the Windham town clerk).
Hours can vary locally in New Hampshire. Check with your county or town election office before you go.
Results
Where to watch
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C-SPAN · from 4:00 PM ET
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Telemundo (local Telemundo stations)
Univision (local Univision stations)
Closing at the same time
From New Hampshire's election office and state law, checked October 7, 2026. Poll closing times in every state