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Gautier
Eden Index
Climate
7.0
•
Recreation
5.2
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Gautier is a city located in Jackson County, Mississippi. The climate in Gautier is generally humid subtropical, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The city is surrounded by water, with the Pascagoula River to the west and the Gulf of Mexico to the south. As a result, water activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking are popular in Gautier. The Pascagoula River is also a great spot for birdwatching and wildlife sightings. Additionally, the city features several parks with hiking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds, including Shepard State Park and Gautier City Park. Water quality in the area is monitored by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, and the city has implemented stormwater management practices to minimize runoff and protect water resources.
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): 7.0
Gautier receives approximately
1663mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Gautier 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
Pascagoula. Mississippi
Area Rivers
Pascagoula. Mississippi
Snowpack Depths
Pascagoula. Mississippi
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Pascagoula. Mississippi
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maynor Creek Waterpark | None | 362 ft | |||
| Shepard State Park | None | 16 ft | |||
| Charley Brown City Park | None | 487 ft | |||
| Archusa Creek Waterpark | 69 | 315 ft | |||
| Davis Bayou - Gulf Islands National Seashore | 52 | 19 ft | |||
| Gulf Marine State Park | None | 6 ft | |||
| Clarkco State Park | None | 273 ft | |||
| Opossum Creek - Shelbyville Lake | 80 | 654 ft | |||
| Twiltley Branch - Okatibbee Lake | None | 421 ft | |||
| Dunns Falls Water Park | None | 269 ft | |||
| Sam Dale Lake Conservation Area | None | 493 ft | |||
| Stephen A. Forbes State Park | 135 | 604 ft | |||
| Coon Creek - Shelbyville Lake | 230 | 666 ft | |||
| Lake Tom Bailey | 32 | 299 ft | |||
| Turkey Fork Rec. Area | 76 | 278 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): 2.6
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.