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Saint-Leonard
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
3.3
•
Safeguard
6.2/10
Saint-Leonard, Maryland is a small town located in Calvert County, nestled on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The climate in Saint-Leonard is characterized by mild winters with occasional snowfall and hot, humid summers. The area experiences moderate precipitation throughout the year, with the highest amounts occurring during the summer months.
Hydrologically, Saint-Leonard benefits from its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, which creates a diverse ecosystem and provides opportunities for various water-based activities. The town is also home to Saint Leonard Creek, a tributary of the Patuxent River, which offers picturesque views and supports a rich aquatic life. The creek is popular for fishing, kayaking, and boating.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Saint-Leonard are abundant. The surrounding area features several parks, including the Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, which offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and educational exhibits on local history and archaeology. Hikers and nature enthusiasts can explore the nearby Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, a nature preserve featuring a boardwalk trail through a unique cypress swamp ecosystem. Additionally, the Chesapeake Beach and North Beach boardwalks are within a short drive, providing access to sandy beaches, fishing piers, and waterfront dining.
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): 9.8
Saint-Leonard receives approximately
1160mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Saint-Leonard has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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 Chesapeake
Area Rivers
Upper Chesapeake
Snowpack Depths
Upper Chesapeake
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Chesapeake
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point Lookout State Park | 143 | 2 ft | |||
| Belle Isle State Park | None | 12 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): 3.3
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.