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Knights-Landing
Eden Index
Climate
9.2
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Knights-Landing is a small agricultural community located in Yolo County, California. The town enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Summers in Knights-Landing are typically hot, with temperatures often reaching the high 90s°F (mid-30s°C), while winters are relatively cool, averaging around 55°F (13°C).
Hydrologically, the town is situated near the Sacramento River, providing access to its water resources. The river serves as a valuable source for irrigation, supporting the surrounding agricultural activities.
While Knights-Landing may be a small town, it offers several outdoor recreation opportunities for nature enthusiasts. The nearby Sacramento River provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. The area boasts beautiful natural landscapes, including scenic views of the river and surrounding farmland. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby wildlife refuges, such as the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, which offers birdwatching and hiking opportunities. Additionally, the region's flat terrain and mild climate make it ideal for biking and walking, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the picturesque countryside.
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): 9.2
Knights-Landing receives approximately
507mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Knights-Landing 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
Lower Sacramento
Area Rivers
Lower Sacramento
Snowpack Depths
Lower Sacramento
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Sacramento
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolo County Fair RV | None | 62 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): 0.7
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.