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Charleston
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.8
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Charleston, Missouri is located in the southeast region of the state and has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid with average temperatures in the high 80s, while winters are mild with occasional snowfall. The hydrology of Charleston is primarily influenced by the Mississippi River and its tributaries, which provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The area is also home to several parks and recreational areas, such as the Charleston City Park and Big Oak Tree State Park, which provide opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Overall, Charleston offers a diverse range of outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors and residents 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): 8.1
Charleston receives approximately
1216mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Charleston 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
St. Francis
Area Rivers
St. Francis
Snowpack Depths
St. Francis
Reservoir Storage Capacity
St. Francis
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McLeod Water Park | None | 22 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Little Black Creek Waterpark | None | 296 ft | |||
| Paul B Johnson State Park | None | 245 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby | None | 239 ft | |||
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Buccaneer State Park | 276 | 5 ft | |||
| Big Creek Waterpark | None | 254 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft |
Nearby Fishing
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 1.8
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.