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Metairie
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
5.2
•
Community
3.8
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Metairie is a suburban area located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers and mild winters. Summers in Metairie can be quite hot, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-80s to mid-90s Fahrenheit (29-35 degrees Celsius), while winters are mild with average temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to mid-60s Fahrenheit (12-18 degrees Celsius). The area receives a significant amount of rainfall throughout the year, with the wettest months typically being May and June.
Metairie is situated near Lake Pontchartrain, which serves as a hydrological feature of the region. The lake offers various recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking. Additionally, Metairie has several parks and green spaces, including Lafreniere Park, which offers walking trails, picnic areas, and a splash park.
Overall, Metairie provides a pleasant climate for outdoor activities, with ample opportunities to enjoy the waterways and natural beauty of the region.
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): 6.7
Metairie receives approximately
1606mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
21°C.
Metairie 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
Lake Pontchartrain
Area Rivers
Lake Pontchartrain
Snowpack Depths
Lake Pontchartrain
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lake Pontchartrain
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft | |||
| Lefleurs Bluff State Park | None | 288 ft | |||
| Fairview Riverside State Park | None | 4 ft | |||
| Lake Lincoln State Park | None | 426 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| Bayou Segnette State Park | None | 0 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| Lake Mary Crawford | 20 | 293 ft | |||
| Timberlake - Ross Barnett Reservoir | 289 | 331 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): 3.8
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.