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Carmel
Eden Index
Climate
9.6
•
Recreation
4.7
•
Community
5.0
•
Safeguard
6.7/10
Carmel, California is located along the Pacific coastline and has a mild Mediterranean climate with cool, wet winters and dry summers. The area is known for its frequent coastal fog and moderate temperatures. Carmel is also home to the Carmel River watershed, which provides drinking water for the community and supports a variety of aquatic species, including steelhead trout. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking in the nearby Santa Lucia Mountains, surfing at Carmel Beach, and exploring the many art galleries and museums in town. The area is also known for its golf courses, including the prestigious Pebble Beach Golf Links.
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): 9.6
Carmel receives approximately
528mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 62%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Carmel 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
Central California Coastal
Area Rivers
Central California Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Central California Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Central California Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset State Beach | 90 | 93 ft | |||
| Andrew Molera State Park | 24 | 216 ft | |||
| Bottchers Gap | 11 | 1,996 ft | |||
| Monterey Pines RV Military | None | 134 ft | |||
| Pinto Lake Park | 28 | 119 ft | |||
| Manresa State Beach | 64 | 98 ft | |||
| Veterans Memorial Park | None | 375 ft | |||
| Laguna Seca | 172 | 762 ft | |||
| Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park | 158 | 240 ft | |||
| Monterey County Fairgrounds RV | None | 72 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): 5.0
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.