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Del-Mar
Eden Index
Climate
8.7
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
7.9
•
Safeguard
7.2/10
Del Mar, located in San Diego County, California, has a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers. The average temperature ranges from 59°F to 77°F throughout the year. The region has a diverse hydrology system, including the San Dieguito Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. The San Dieguito River flows through the lagoon and into the ocean, making it a popular spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. The beach town also offers a range of outdoor recreational activities, such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding in the nearby Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. Del Mar's location provides visitors with a perfect place for a beach vacation or a day trip from nearby San Diego.
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): 8.7
Del-Mar receives approximately
263mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Del-Mar 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): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Carlsbad State Beach | 220 | 68 ft | |||
| Guajome Park | 35 | 103 ft | |||
| Oceanside Harbor | 40 | 14 ft | |||
| Dixon Lake | 45 | 1,062 ft | |||
| Admiral Baker Military - San Diego NS | None | 79 ft | |||
| Kumeyaay Lake Campground - Mission Trails Park | 46 | 626 ft | |||
| San Elijo State Beach | 151 | 62 ft | |||
| Silver Strand State Beach Dispersed | 140 | 12 ft | |||
| Fiddlers Cove RV Military - Coronado NB | None | 8 ft | |||
| Del Mar Beach Military | None | 13 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): 7.9
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.