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Coldwater
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
5.7
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Coldwater, Michigan experiences a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid with temperatures averaging in the mid-70s, while winters are cold and snowy with average temperatures in the mid-20s. The city is located near the St. Joseph River and its tributaries, which provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and water sports. The area is also home to several lakes, including Coldwater Lake, which offers swimming, kayaking, and hiking trails. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the nearby parks and wildlife areas, such as the Sauk Trail Wildlife Area and the Capri Drive-In theater.
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): 9.1
Coldwater receives approximately
948mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Coldwater has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder 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
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ouabache State Park | 125 | 822 ft | |||
| Memorial Park Campground - Coldwater | None | 927 ft | |||
| Steuben County Park | None | 1,019 ft | |||
| Johnny Appleseed Park | 40 | 759 ft | |||
| Brookville Lake | 465 | 694 ft | |||
| Mounds State Rec Area - Brookville Lake | 450 | 945 ft | |||
| Quakertown State Rec Area - Brookville Lake | 450 | 762 ft | |||
| Marble Lake County Park | None | 995 ft | |||
| Branch County Fairgrounds RV | None | 961 ft | |||
| Pokagon State Park | 275 | 1,026 ft |
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): 2.8
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.