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Muenster
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.4
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Muenster is a small town located in Cooke County, Texas, known for its rich German heritage and friendly community. The climate in Muenster is characterized as humid subtropical, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from the mid-90s°F (mid-30s°C) in summer to the mid-50s°F (around 10°C) in winter.
Hydrology in Muenster primarily revolves around its water supply. The town receives its water from the North Texas Municipal Water District, which sources it from Lake Texoma. The water is treated and distributed to residents and businesses through a well-maintained infrastructure.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find various recreational opportunities in and around Muenster. The town is surrounded by the beautiful North Texas countryside, offering picturesque landscapes for activities like hiking, biking, and bird-watching. For those who enjoy water-based activities, Lake Ray Roberts is just a short drive away, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. Additionally, Muenster has several parks and green spaces where visitors can enjoy picnicking, playing sports, or simply relaxing in nature.
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
Muenster receives approximately
912mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Muenster has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Upper Trinity
Area Rivers
Upper Trinity
Snowpack Depths
Upper Trinity
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Trinity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healdton Municipal Lake | 57 | 900 ft | |||
| Chandler City Park - Purcell | 25 | 1,091 ft | |||
| Lake Thunderbird State Park - North | None | 1,081 ft | |||
| Black Creek Lake | 24 | 947 ft | |||
| Lake Thunderbird State Park - South | None | 1,146 ft | |||
| Mountain Lake | None | 1,002 ft | |||
| Pauls Valley City Lake | 28 | 910 ft | |||
| Tadra Point | 23 | 918 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): 2.8
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.