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Gulf-Breeze
Eden Index
Climate
7.0
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Gulf Breeze is a small city located in the panhandle of Florida, near Pensacola. The climate is typical of the southeastern United States, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The area is surrounded by water, with the Gulf of Mexico to the south and the Pensacola Bay to the north. The hydrology constituents of the area are influenced by these bodies of water, with tidal activity and storm surges affecting water levels. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include water sports such as boating, fishing, and kayaking, as well as hiking and biking along the many trails in the nearby Gulf Islands National Seashore. Gulf Breeze also boasts several parks and a golf course.
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
Gulf-Breeze receives approximately
1640mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Gulf-Breeze 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
Florida Panhandle Coastal
Area Rivers
Florida Panhandle Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Florida Panhandle Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Florida Panhandle Coastal
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Pickens - Gulf Islands National Seashore | None | 8 ft | |||
| Lake Stone | None | 111 ft | |||
| Chilatchee Creek | 33 | 107 ft | |||
| Roland Cooper State Park | 60 | 85 ft | |||
| Six Mile Creek | None | 110 ft | |||
| Blackwater River State Park | None | 28 ft | |||
| Clear Creek RV Military - Fort Knox | 10 | 141 ft | |||
| Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park | None | 358 ft | |||
| Paul M Grist State Park | 11 | 337 ft | |||
| Elm Bluff - William Dannelly Reservoir | None | 103 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): 2.7
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.