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Kykotsmovi-Villa
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
•
Community
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Safeguard
3.3/10
Kykotsmovi-Village is a small community located in the northeastern part of Arizona, within the Hopi Indian Reservation. It experiences a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters. Summers are typically dry with average temperatures ranging from 80 to 90°F, while winters are mild with temperatures averaging around 40 to 50°F.
Hydrologically, Kykotsmovi-Village is surrounded by the Colorado Plateau and is part of the Little Colorado River basin. The area is predominantly characterized by dry washes and intermittent streams that flow during periods of heavy rainfall. However, water resources are limited, and residents rely on underground aquifers for their water supply.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area are diverse, attracting nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. The nearby Navajo National Monument offers breathtaking views of ancient cliff dwellings and provides hiking and camping opportunities. Visitors can explore the scenic beauty of the surrounding desert landscape, with opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and stargazing. Additionally, the Hopi Cultural Center located nearby offers a glimpse into the Hopi Tribe's rich cultural heritage through art, crafts, and traditional dances.
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): 8.3
Kykotsmovi-Villa receives approximately
229mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 36%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Kykotsmovi-Villa 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
Little Colorado
Area Rivers
Little Colorado
Snowpack Depths
Little Colorado
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Little Colorado
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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.