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Rancho-Cucamonga
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
8.0
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
7.3/10
Rancho Cucamonga is a city located in Southern California, approximately 37 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. The city experiences a Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Average temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-80s°F (18-29°C) during summer and mid-40s to low 60s°F (7-16°C) in winter. The region receives an annual average rainfall of around 17 inches, mostly occurring during the cooler months.
Hydrologically, Rancho Cucamonga is home to several streams and washes, including the North Etiwanda Preserve and the Cucamonga Creek. These waterways contribute to the local ecosystem by supporting diverse flora and fauna.
Outdoor enthusiasts have a variety of recreational opportunities in Rancho Cucamonga. The city is surrounded by the San Gabriel Mountains, offering hiking, mountain biking, and trail running opportunities. Nearby parks such as the Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park and the Etiwanda Preserve provide picnic areas, fishing, boating, and camping facilities. Additionally, Rancho Cucamonga boasts numerous golf courses, sports fields, and community parks for outdoor activities and events.
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): 9.4
Rancho-Cucamonga receives approximately
493mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Rancho-Cucamonga has a plant hardyness factor of
10, 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
Santa Ana
Area Rivers
Santa Ana
Snowpack Depths
Santa Ana
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Santa Ana
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bohelli Regional Park | None | 1,107 ft | |||
| Prado Regional Park | 75 | 553 ft | |||
| Glen Helen Regional Park | 47 | 1,993 ft | |||
| Applewhite | 44 | 3,306 ft | |||
| ONeill Regional Park | 85 | 1,110 ft | |||
| Rancho Jurupa Park | 67 | 751 ft | |||
| Manker | 21 | 6,015 ft | |||
| Blue Jay | 50 | 3,358 ft | |||
| Lake Elsinore | 400 | 1,286 ft | |||
| El Cariso | 24 | 2,568 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): 3.2
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.