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Randolph-Center
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
4.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Randolph Center, Vermont is a small town located in the central part of the state. The climate in the area is classified as continental, with warm summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from the mid-20s in winter to the mid-70s in summer. The region experiences significant snowfall, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
Hydrologically, Randolph Center benefits from several water bodies, including the White River, which flows through the town. This river offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and swimming during the summer months. Additionally, nearby reservoirs, such as the Berlin Pond and the Wrightsville Reservoir, provide further opportunities for water-based recreation.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find a variety of recreational activities in Randolph Center. The town is surrounded by beautiful forests, making it an excellent location for hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The nearby Green Mountain National Forest offers an extensive trail network for exploration. In the winter, residents and visitors can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing at the various resorts in the area. With its diverse climate and abundant water resources, Randolph Center provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation throughout the year.
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): 7.4
Randolph-Center receives approximately
1038mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Randolph-Center 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 Connecticut
Area Rivers
Upper Connecticut
Snowpack Depths
Upper Connecticut
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Connecticut
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lake State Park | 40 | 1,385 ft | |||
| Little River State Park | 100 | 731 ft | |||
| Smugglers Notch State Park | 34 | 1,934 ft | |||
| Quechee State Park | 55 | 638 ft | |||
| Elmore State Park | None | 1,637 ft | |||
| Calvin Coolidge State Park | 60 | 1,684 ft | |||
| Allis State Park | 26 | 1,875 ft | |||
| Mt. Ascutney State Park | None | 518 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):
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.