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Corona
Eden Index
Climate
•
Recreation
7.8
•
Community
3.5
•
Safeguard
/10
Corona, California is located in Riverside County and has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. The city receives an average of 12 inches of rainfall per year and is known for its Santa Ana winds. The hydrology constituents in Corona include the Santa Ana River and the Prado Basin, which provide water for the region. There are also several lakes and reservoirs nearby, including Lake Mathews and Lake Elsinore. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Corona include hiking and mountain biking in the nearby Santa Ana Mountains, as well as fishing and boating at local lakes. The city also has several parks with picnic areas, playgrounds, and sports facilities.
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):
Corona receives approximately
322mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Corona has a plant hardyness factor of
, 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
Santa Ana
Area Rivers
Santa Ana
Snowpack Depths
Santa Ana
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Santa Ana
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Clemente State Beach | 160 | 125 ft | |||
| San Onofre Beach Military | None | 46 ft | |||
| Upper San Juan | 18 | 1,761 ft | |||
| Lake ONeill Military | None | 135 ft | |||
| San Mateo - San Onofre State Beach | 159 | 100 ft | |||
| Live Oak - Caspers Wilderness Co Park | None | 387 ft | |||
| Caspers Wilderness Park | None | 387 ft | |||
| Bluffs - San Onofre State Beach | 16 | 97 ft | |||
| Ortega Flats - Caspers Wilderness Co Park | None | 388 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): 3.5
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.