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Sand-City
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
4.7
•
Community
3.4
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Sand City is a small coastal town located in Monterey County, California. It experiences a mild Mediterranean climate characterized by cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The average temperature ranges from 50°F (10°C) in winter to 70°F (21°C) in summer, making it an ideal destination for outdoor activities year-round.
Situated on the Monterey Bay, Sand City benefits from a unique hydrology system. It is home to the environmentally sensitive Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, offering a diverse marine ecosystem for exploration. The town is also surrounded by the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail, providing scenic hiking, biking, and walking opportunities along the coastline.
Sand City is known for its beautiful beaches, including Monterey State Beach and Sand Dollar Beach, where visitors can swim, surf, and sunbathe. Additionally, the nearby Del Monte Forest offers hiking trails through lush forests and breathtaking ocean views.
The town's location close to the Monterey Peninsula provides access to renowned attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Pebble Beach Golf Links, and the historic Cannery Row. Sand City is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a myriad of recreational activities in a picturesque coastal setting.
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): 9.5
Sand-City receives approximately
486mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 62%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Sand-City 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
Central California Coastal
Area Rivers
Central California Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Central California Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Central California Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Park | None | 375 ft | |||
| Laguna Seca | 172 | 762 ft | |||
| Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park | 158 | 240 ft | |||
| Bottchers Gap | 11 | 1,996 ft | |||
| Monterey Pines RV Military | None | 134 ft | |||
| Pinto Lake Park | 28 | 119 ft | |||
| Monterey County Fairgrounds RV | None | 72 ft | |||
| Andrew Molera State Park | 24 | 216 ft | |||
| Sunset State Beach | 90 | 93 ft | |||
| Manresa State Beach | 64 | 98 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): 3.4
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.