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Globe
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Globe, Arizona is located in the Sonoran Desert and has a hot, arid climate with an average high temperature of 93°F in July and an average low temperature of 35°F in January. The area is also known for its mining history, which has impacted the hydrology constituents in the area. The nearby Roosevelt Lake is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and camping. The Tonto National Forest offers hiking and mountain biking opportunities, with trails ranging from easy to strenuous. The Pinal Mountains provide scenic drives and hiking trails with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the nearby Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest and the Salt River Canyon Wilderness.
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): 9.5
Globe receives approximately
581mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 46%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Globe has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Salt
Area Rivers
Salt
Snowpack Depths
Salt
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Salt
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Pass | 20 | 5,835 ft | |||
| Workman Creek Falls | 5 | 6,240 ft | |||
| Pinal | 14 | 7,544 ft | |||
| Sulphide Del Ray | 10 | 6,009 ft | |||
| Gila County RV Park | 15 | 3,513 ft | |||
| Sawmill Flats | 5 | 5,560 ft | |||
| Timber Camp | 24 | 5,690 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.