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Los-Banos
Eden Index
Climate
8.9
•
Recreation
5.4
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
5.9/10
Los Banos, California is a charming city located in Merced County in the heart of the Central Valley. Known for its diverse agricultural landscape, the city experiences a Mediterranean climate characterized by hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Summers can reach temperatures above 100°F, while winter temperatures hover around 50°F. Precipitation is limited, averaging around 10 inches annually, mostly falling between November and March.
The city is surrounded by a network of hydrological constituents, including the San Joaquin River and the San Luis Reservoir. These waterways provide essential irrigation for the region's agricultural activities and offer recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife watching.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby San Luis National Wildlife Refuge, a haven for migratory birds and home to diverse wildlife. Additionally, the city boasts numerous parks, such as Henry Miller Plaza and Pacheco State Park, offering opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and camping. With its pleasant climate and access to natural beauty, Los Banos provides abundant outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
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): 8.9
Los-Banos receives approximately
268mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 60%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Los-Banos 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
San Joaquin
Area Rivers
San Joaquin
Snowpack Depths
San Joaquin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Joaquin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basalt State Rec Area - San Luis Reservoir | 79 | 563 ft | |||
| Medeiros State Rec Area - San Luis Reservoir | None | 236 ft | |||
| San Luis Creek - San Luis Reservoir | 53 | 268 ft | |||
| George Hatfield State Rec Area | 15 | 68 ft | |||
| Los Banos Creek - San Luis Reservoir | 15 | 379 ft | |||
| McConnell State Rec Area | 21 | 122 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): 1.9
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.