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Muskegon
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
5.3
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Muskegon, located in the Great Lakes region of Michigan, experiences a humid continental climate. Summers are warm and mild with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F, while winters are cold with temperatures ranging from 20°F to 40°F. The area receives moderate precipitation throughout the year, with an annual average of 38 inches, often in the form of snow during the winter months.
As a coastal city, Muskegon is situated along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan, offering abundant hydrology constituents. The Muskegon River flows through the city, providing various recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Additionally, Muskegon Lake, connected to Lake Michigan, offers opportunities for boating, sailing, and swimming.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the expansive Muskegon State Park, which boasts sandy beaches, forested dunes, and hiking trails. Pere Marquette Park is another popular destination, featuring a stunning beach with picturesque views of Lake Michigan. The area also offers opportunities for golfing, biking, and camping, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy in Muskegon's natural beauty.
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): 7.4
Muskegon receives approximately
867mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Muskegon 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
Northeastern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Northeastern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Northeastern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northeastern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Springs | 12 | 630 ft | |||
| Pines Point | 94 | 717 ft | |||
| Blue Lake County Park | 25 | 670 ft | |||
| Shamrock Park | None | 608 ft | |||
| Van Buren State Park | 220 | 642 ft | |||
| Covert Park | 60 | 658 ft | |||
| Potato Creek State Park | 290 | 783 ft | |||
| Deer Creek Co Park | None | 702 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): 1.9
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.