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Carlsbad
Eden Index
Climate
8.9
•
Recreation
5.3
•
Community
3.8
•
Safeguard
6.4/10
Carlsbad, California is a coastal city located in northern San Diego County. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild temperatures year-round. The city has access to the Pacific Ocean and Buena Vista Lagoon, which contribute to the area's hydrology. The lagoon serves as a habitat for various wildlife species, including birds, fish, and plants. Carlsbad also features numerous outdoor recreation opportunities, such as hiking, running, and biking trails, parks, and beaches. The city's most popular attractions are Legoland California Resort and the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. With its pleasant climate, picturesque waterways, and abundant recreational activities, Carlsbad is a destination for tourists and locals alike.
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): 8.9
Carlsbad receives approximately
319mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Carlsbad has a plant hardyness factor of
10, 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
Laguna-San Diego Coastal
Area Rivers
Laguna-San Diego Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Laguna-San Diego Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Laguna-San Diego Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guajome Park | 35 | 103 ft | |||
| Del Mar Beach Military | None | 13 ft | |||
| Upper San Juan | 18 | 1,761 ft | |||
| San Elijo State Beach | 151 | 62 ft | |||
| Lake ONeill Military | None | 135 ft | |||
| South Carlsbad State Beach | 220 | 68 ft | |||
| Oceanside Harbor | 40 | 14 ft | |||
| Wildomar | 11 | 2,456 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): 3.8
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.