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Kittery
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
3.2
•
Community
6.2
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Kittery, Maine is a small coastal town located in York County. It experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from 20°F (-6°C) in winter to 80°F (27°C) in summer. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 47 inches (119 cm) annually.
Kittery is situated on the Piscataqua River, which flows into the Gulf of Maine. The river provides abundant hydrology constituents, including fish and aquatic life. It also offers opportunities for activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking. Additionally, Kittery is in close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy beach activities like swimming, surfing, and sunbathing.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find numerous recreational opportunities in Kittery. The town is home to several parks and nature preserves, including Fort Foster Park and Seapoint Beach, offering hiking trails, picnic areas, and stunning coastal views. The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, located nearby, provides additional opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife observation. With its favorable climate, rich hydrology, and diverse range of outdoor activities, Kittery is a wonderful destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
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): 7.3
Kittery receives approximately
1251mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Kittery has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder 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.
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Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.2
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.
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): 6.2
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.