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Mattapan
Eden Index
Climate
9.3
•
Recreation
5.0
•
Community
3.4
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Mattapan is a neighborhood located in the southern part of Boston, Massachusetts. The climate in Mattapan is classified as humid continental, with warm summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from 25°F (-4°C) in the winter to 80°F (27°C) in the summer. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 45 inches annually, including rain and snow.
Mattapan is not characterized by significant hydrological features like rivers or lakes. However, it is home to the Neponset River Reservation, which offers outdoor recreational opportunities. The reservation includes a 5-mile paved pathway, perfect for walking, jogging, and cycling. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, picnicking, and birdwatching along the river.
The neighborhood of Mattapan primarily consists of residential areas, with limited green spaces. However, Mattapan Square Park provides a small outdoor area for relaxation and community gatherings.
In summary, Mattapan experiences a humid continental climate with a range of temperatures throughout the year. While lacking major hydrological features, the Neponset River Reservation offers outdoor recreation opportunities, including walking trails, fishing, and picnicking.
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): 9.3
Mattapan receives approximately
1289mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Mattapan 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.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Area Rivers
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.0
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): 3.4
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.