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Newport
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
5.2
•
Community
3.8
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Newport, Minnesota is a picturesque city located in Washington County, just southeast of St. Paul. It lies along the banks of the Mississippi River, offering stunning views and a tranquil environment. The city experiences a continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Summers are pleasant, with temperatures averaging around 80°F, while winters can be cold, with temperatures dropping below freezing. Newport's hydrology constituents are largely influenced by the Mississippi River, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities. The city is also surrounded by beautiful parks and natural areas, such as the Pine Point Park and the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, offering numerous outdoor recreation opportunities like hiking, biking, and picnicking. Newport is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful outdoor escape.
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): 6.7
Newport receives approximately
817mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Newport has a plant hardyness factor of
4, 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
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Access | None | 704 ft | |||
| Roberts Creek Park | None | 803 ft | |||
| North Overlook - Red Rock Lake | 55 | 796 ft | |||
| Miami Lake Park | None | 918 ft | |||
| Ivans - Red Rock Lake | None | 708 ft | |||
| Woodenfrog - Kabetogama State Forest | 60 | 1,126 ft | |||
| Whitebreast - Red Rock Lake | 130 | 828 ft | |||
| Howell Station - Red Rock Lake | 140 | 704 ft | |||
| Wallashuck - Red Rock Lake | 80 | 833 ft | |||
| Elk Rock State Park | 75 | 843 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): 3.8
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.