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New-Iberia
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.2
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
New Iberia, Louisiana is situated in the southern region of the state and enjoys a humid subtropical climate. Summers are long, hot, and humid, with temperatures often reaching the high 90s Fahrenheit. Winters are mild with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. The area experiences high annual rainfall, averaging about 60 inches, which contributes to its lush vegetation.
New Iberia is surrounded by waterways, including the Bayou Teche and Vermilion River, providing ample hydrology constituents. These water bodies offer excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and canoeing. The nearby Lake Fausse Pointe State Park is a popular outdoor recreation spot, offering activities such as hiking, camping, and wildlife observation. The region's unique blend of climate, hydrology, and outdoor recreation opportunities make New Iberia an enticing destination for nature enthusiasts.
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): 7.1
New-Iberia receives approximately
1539mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
New-Iberia has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Area Rivers
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Snowpack Depths
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saracen Trace RV Park | 52 | 217 ft | |||
| Rising Star | None | 196 ft | |||
| Acadiana Park | 75 | 42 ft | |||
| Cypremort Point State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Trulock - Arkansas River | 15 | 195 ft | |||
| Cane Creek State park | None | 257 ft | |||
| Chemin - A - Haut State Park | None | 125 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): 1.2
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.