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Cairo
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Cairo, located at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers in southern Illinois, experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid, while winters can be cold and snowy. The hydrology of the area is heavily influenced by the two rivers, with high levels of sediment and nutrients present in the water. Outdoor recreation opportunities include fishing and boating on the rivers, as well as hiking and wildlife watching in the nearby Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge. However, the town has struggled with economic decline, and visitors should be aware of safety concerns in certain areas.
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): 8.0
Cairo receives approximately
1233mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Cairo has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
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 Ohio
Area Rivers
Lower Ohio
Snowpack Depths
Lower Ohio
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Ohio
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buccaneer State Park | 276 | 5 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby | None | 239 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Paul B Johnson State Park | None | 245 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 ft | |||
| Airey Lake | None | 170 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): 1.0
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.