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Dublin
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
5.7
•
Community
7.4
•
Safeguard
7.0/10
Dublin, California is a city located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. The climate in Dublin is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The city's hydrology consists of several creeks and waterways, including Tassajara Creek and Alamo Creek. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Dublin include hiking and biking in the nearby hills and parks, such as Dublin Hills Regional Park and Dougherty Hills Open Space Preserve. The city is also home to several golf courses and sports fields, as well as the Wave Waterpark, which features multiple water slides and pools.
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): 8.0
Dublin receives approximately
594mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Dublin has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
San Francisco Bay
Area Rivers
San Francisco Bay
Snowpack Depths
San Francisco Bay
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Francisco Bay
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa County Fair RV Park | 24 | 21 ft | |||
| Camp Parks Military | None | 351 ft | |||
| Mt. Diablo State Park | 84 | 1,615 ft | |||
| Sunol Regional Wilderness | None | 529 ft | |||
| Anthony Chabot Regional Park | None | 858 ft | |||
| Alameda County Fairgrounds RV | None | 328 ft | |||
| Grant County Park | None | 1,645 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): 7.4
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.