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Kennedyville
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Kennedyville, Maryland is a small rural town located in Kent County on the Eastern Shore of the state. The climate in Kennedyville is classified as humid subtropical, with warm and humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in summer ranges from the upper 70s to low 80s Fahrenheit, while winter temperatures can dip into the 20s.
The town is surrounded by the Chester River and its tributaries, making hydrology an important aspect of the area. The river supports abundant wildlife and offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and kayaking. The water quality in the river is closely monitored, with constituents including nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment levels being carefully managed to protect the ecosystem.
Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will find plenty of activities to enjoy in Kennedyville. The nearby Chesapeake Bay provides opportunities for sailing, swimming, and crabbing. The surrounding rural landscapes offer opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and wildlife photography. Additionally, the town is located within close proximity to several state parks and wildlife refuges, offering even more outdoor recreational activities such as camping, biking, and nature trails.
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): 9.8
Kennedyville receives approximately
1150mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 77%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Kennedyville has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Upper Chesapeake
Area Rivers
Upper Chesapeake
Snowpack Depths
Upper Chesapeake
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Chesapeake
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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.
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.