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Florence
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Florence, Missouri is a small town located in Morgan County. The climate in Florence is humid with hot summers and cold winters. The area is mostly rural, with farming being a significant industry. Hydrology constituents in the area include the Osage River and the Lake of the Ozarks, which provide opportunities for fishing and boating. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Florence include hiking and camping in the nearby state parks, including Lake of the Ozarks State Park and Ha Ha Tonka State Park. The town is also home to the Florence Community Park, which offers a playground, picnic area, and sports fields for residents and visitors alike.
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): 8.3
Florence receives approximately
1058mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°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
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
Area Rivers
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
Snowpack Depths
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Catherine State Park | None | 396 ft | |||
| Lake Ouachita State Park | None | 759 ft | |||
| Lake Sylvia | 27 | 704 ft | |||
| Gulpha Gorge - Hot Springs National Park | 44 | 540 ft | |||
| River Road | None | 355 ft | |||
| Petit Jean State Park | None | 900 ft | |||
| Cedar Glades Park | None | 562 ft | |||
| Stephens - Lake Ouachita | 9 | 420 ft | |||
| Quarry Cove | None | 372 ft | |||
| County Line | None | 359 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):
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.