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Saint-Joseph
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
4.0
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Located in southwestern Michigan along the shores of Lake Michigan, Saint-Joseph offers a pleasant climate with distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 70°F (21°C) to 85°F (29°C), while winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures ranging from 20°F (-6°C) to 35°F (2°C). Spring and fall bring mild temperatures, making them ideal for outdoor activities.
Saint-Joseph is fortunate to have a vibrant hydrology system, including the St. Joseph River and Lake Michigan. These water bodies provide excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. The river, in particular, is known for its varied fish species, including salmon, steelhead, and trout.
Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the numerous recreational opportunities in the area. The city boasts beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan, where visitors can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy picnics. The Silver Beach County Park is a popular spot, offering a sandy beach, playgrounds, and a splash pad. Additionally, the surrounding area features ample opportunities for hiking, biking, and bird-watching in nearby nature preserves and state parks.
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): 7.9
Saint-Joseph receives approximately
931mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Saint-Joseph has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Post Co Park | None | 552 ft | |||
| Mason Ridge - Morgan Monroe State Forest | 30 | 707 ft | |||
| Wabash and Erie Canal Park | None | 545 ft | |||
| Hardin Ridge | 200 | 780 ft | |||
| Deer Creek Co Park | None | 702 ft | |||
| Brown County State Park | 430 | 899 ft | |||
| Morgan - Monroe State Forest | 30 | 941 ft | |||
| Spring Mill State Park | 220 | 670 ft | |||
| Paynetown State Rec Area - Monroe Lake | 320 | 557 ft | |||
| Yellowwood State Forest | 80 | 613 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): 3.2
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.