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Joshua
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
6.1/10
Joshua, Texas is a small city located in Johnson County, within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The city experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers are typically long and hot, with temperatures often reaching the high 90s°F (35-38°C), while winters are relatively short and cool, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s°F (1-4°C) to the low 60s°F (15-16°C).
Hydrologically, Joshua is situated within the Trinity River Basin. The city benefits from the presence of nearby lakes, including Lake Pat Cleburne and Lake Joshua, providing opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-related activities.
In terms of outdoor recreation, Joshua offers several parks and green spaces. Joshua City Park is a popular destination, featuring playgrounds, sports courts, and picnic areas. Hulen Park is another notable spot, offering walking trails, a splash pad, and a skateboard park. The nearby Cleburne State Park, located just a short drive away, provides opportunities for camping, hiking, biking, fishing, and swimming.
Overall, Joshua, Texas offers a pleasant climate, access to water resources, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities 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): 9.7
Joshua receives approximately
911mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Joshua 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
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Area Rivers
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Snowpack Depths
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tadra Point | 23 | 918 ft | |||
| Westcliff - Belton Lake | 30 | 594 ft | |||
| Union Grove - Stillhouse Hollow Lake | 35 | 660 ft | |||
| Live Oak Ridge Park - Belton Lake | 45 | 624 ft | |||
| Belton Lake Military - Fort Hood | None | 628 ft | |||
| Black Creek Lake | 24 | 947 ft | |||
| Dana Peak - Stillhouse Hollow Lake | 25 | 622 ft | |||
| Owl Creek - Belton Lake | None | 649 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): 2.8
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.