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Astoria
Eden Index
Climate
5.8
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.4/10
Astoria, Oregon is a coastal city located at the mouth of the Columbia River. The climate is mild with cool, wet winters and mild summers. The average annual rainfall is about 70 inches, and temperatures range from 40-60°F in the winter and 50-70°F in the summer. The hydrology constituents are influenced by the Columbia River, which is the fourth largest river in North America. The river is a major source of water for the area and provides a variety of recreational opportunities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing in nearby state parks and forests. Astoria is known for its historic architecture, museums, and art galleries, making it a popular destination for tourists.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 5.8
Astoria receives approximately
2077mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Astoria has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Lower Columbia
Area Rivers
Lower Columbia
Snowpack Depths
Lower Columbia
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Columbia
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce Run County Park | 30 | 351 ft | |||
| Saddle Mountain State Park | 10 | 1,656 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.