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Florence
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
4.1
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Florence, Indiana is a small town located in Switzerland County. The climate in Florence is generally warm and humid during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s. Winters tend to be cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing. The town's hydrology constituents primarily consist of the Ohio River, which runs along the town's eastern border. The Ohio River provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. Additionally, Florence is located near several state parks and national forests, including Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge and Versailles State Park, which offer hiking, camping, and other outdoor recreational activities.
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): 8.2
Florence receives approximately
1160mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Florence 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
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Area Rivers
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Snowpack Depths
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boat Ramp - Elmer Davis Lake - DFWR | None | 735 ft | |||
| Paul Ogle Riverfront Park | None | 451 ft | |||
| Big Bone Lick State Park | 60 | 496 ft | |||
| Great Meadows | 18 | 1,038 ft | |||
| Pickett State Rustic Park | 32 | 1,586 ft | |||
| Kendall Rec Area - Lake Cumberland | 120 | 600 ft | |||
| Halcombs Landing - DFWR | None | 712 ft | |||
| General Butler State Park | 110 | 490 ft | |||
| Guist Creek Lake County Park | None | 792 ft | |||
| Cumberland Point - Lake Cumberland | 30 | 906 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): 1.9
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.