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Monahans
Eden Index
Climate
9.0
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Monahans, Texas is a small city situated in the western part of the state. The climate in Monahans is characterized as semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. Summers experience high temperatures, often exceeding 100°F (38°C), while winters are relatively mild, with average temperatures ranging between 40°F (4°C) and 60°F (16°C).
The hydrology of Monahans is primarily influenced by the surrounding desert environment. The area is located in the Permian Basin, which is known for its oil and gas reserves. As such, water sources in this region are limited, and the community relies on underground aquifers for its water supply.
Monahans offers several outdoor recreation opportunities. The Monahans Sandhills State Park is a popular attraction, where visitors can explore vast sand dunes that cover around 4,000 acres. Activities such as sandboarding, picnicking, hiking, and camping are available in the park. The city also has a public golf course and several parks with amenities for basketball, tennis, and baseball. Monahans is also known for its annual Million Barrel Museum, which showcases the history of oil production in 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): 9.0
Monahans receives approximately
326mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 53%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Monahans has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Lower Pecos
Area Rivers
Lower Pecos
Snowpack Depths
Lower Pecos
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Pecos
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monahans Sandhills State Park | 26 | 2,721 ft | |||
| Wickett City Campground | 30 | 2,665 ft | |||
| Winkler County Park | 15 | 2,860 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): 2.5
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.