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Napton
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Napton, Missouri is a small town located in the north-central part of the state. It experiences a moderate climate, with hot summers and cold winters. Summers are typically humid, with temperatures averaging in the mid to high 80s°F (around 30°C), while winters see temperatures dropping to the low 30s°F (around 0°C). Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of approximately 40 inches.
Hydrologically, Napton is situated near several rivers and lakes, offering various water-based recreational opportunities. The town is close to the Missouri River, providing easy access for fishing, boating, and water sports. Thousand Hills State Park, located nearby, offers a 573-acre lake where visitors can enjoy activities such as swimming, fishing, and kayaking. Additionally, the park provides camping facilities, hiking trails, and nature observation opportunities.
Napton, Missouri, offers a pleasant climate for outdoor activities year-round and access to nearby water bodies ensures a range of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
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
Napton receives approximately
995mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Napton 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 Missouri-Blackwater
Area Rivers
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
Snowpack Depths
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Missouri-Blackwater
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erbie - Buffalo National River | None | 847 ft | |||
| Haw Creek Falls | 9 | 791 ft | |||
| Long Pool | 77 | 615 ft | |||
| Carver - Buffalo National River | None | 710 ft | |||
| Steel Creek - Buffalo National River | None | 977 ft | |||
| Lake Dardanelle State Park | None | 344 ft | |||
| Lost Valley - Buffalo National River | None | 1,096 ft | |||
| Mount Nebo State Park | None | 1,404 ft | |||
| Riverview - Lake Dardanelle | None | 363 ft | |||
| Piney Bay - Lake Dardanelle | None | 365 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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): 2.3
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.