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Newcastle
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
4.6
•
Safeguard
6.8/10
Newcastle, California is a small town located in Placer County. It enjoys a Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Summers typically see temperatures ranging from the mid-80s to low 100s Fahrenheit, while winters are mild with temperatures in the 40s to 60s.
The town is surrounded by the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains and is known for its scenic outdoor recreation opportunities. The nearby American River offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and rafting, while the Auburn State Recreation Area provides hiking and mountain biking trails. The area is also renowned for its gold mining history, with many historical sites and museums to explore. Newcastle offers a perfect blend of a mild climate and stunning natural landscapes for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
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): 9.7
Newcastle receives approximately
803mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Newcastle 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
Lower Sacramento
Area Rivers
Lower Sacramento
Snowpack Depths
Lower Sacramento
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Sacramento
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rucky A Chucky - Auburn State Rec Area | 5 | 723 ft | |||
| Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area | 100 | 792 ft | |||
| Bear River County Park | 23 | 1,749 ft | |||
| Placer County Fair RV | None | 163 ft | |||
| Nevada County Fairgrounds | None | 2,455 ft | |||
| Beals Point - Folsom Lake State Rec Area | 69 | 486 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): 4.6
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.