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Mount-Holly-Spri
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Mount Holly Springs is a small borough located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. The area experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Average high temperatures range from around 84°F (29°C) in the summer to about 38°F (3°C) in the winter, while average lows range from 64°F (18°C) in the summer to 22°F (-6°C) in the winter. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of approximately 40 inches (102 cm).
The borough is surrounded by several water bodies, including Mountain Creek and Yellow Breeches Creek, providing ample hydrology constituents. These creeks offer opportunities for fishing, boating, and kayaking. Additionally, the area is home to several parks and nature reserves, such as Holly Springs Nature Preserve and Boiling Springs State Game Lands, offering hiking trails, bird-watching, and picnicking opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the nearby Michaux State Forest, which offers camping, hiking, and mountain biking trails. Mount Holly Springs provides a picturesque natural environment where visitors and residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor recreational activities.
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): 8.3
Mount-Holly-Spri receives approximately
1120mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Mount-Holly-Spri 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
Lower Susquehanna
Area Rivers
Lower Susquehanna
Snowpack Depths
Lower Susquehanna
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Susquehanna
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RB Winter State Park | None | 1,524 ft | |||
| Little Bennett Regional Park | 90 | 644 ft | |||
| Pine Grove Furnace State Park | None | 808 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): 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.