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Lawndale
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
3.9
•
Community
4.2
•
Safeguard
6.0/10
Lawndale, California is a small city located in Los Angeles County. It enjoys a Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm, dry summers and mild winters. The average temperature ranges from around 65°F (18°C) in winter to 85°F (29°C) in summer. The area receives minimal rainfall, with an average of only 12 inches per year, mostly occurring between November and February.
Hydrologically, Lawndale is situated within the Los Angeles Basin, which is primarily composed of alluvial deposits and contains a complex network of underground aquifers. The city receives its water supply from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, as well as local groundwater sources.
Despite its urban setting, Lawndale offers various outdoor recreation opportunities. The city maintains several parks and green spaces, such as Alondra Park and Jane Addams Park, which provide opportunities for picnicking, sports, and leisurely walks. Additionally, the nearby beaches of Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Hermosa Beach offer residents and visitors opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and beach volleyball. Lawndale is also located close to several scenic hiking trails in the nearby Palos Verdes Peninsula, providing nature enthusiasts with a chance to explore the local flora and fauna.
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): 9.1
Lawndale receives approximately
338mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Lawndale has a plant hardyness factor of
10, 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
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Area Rivers
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dockweiler Beach RV | 117 | 45 ft | |||
| Oakwilde | 7 | 1,831 ft | |||
| Gould Mesa | 7 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Millard | 5 | 1,980 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): 4.2
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.