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Santa-Maria
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Santa Maria is a city located in Santa Barbara County, California. It has a Mediterranean climate characterized by mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Average temperatures range from 63°F (17°C) in January to 74°F (23°C) in August. The region is known for its moderate climate with occasional marine influence, making it perfect for outdoor activities throughout the year.
Hydrologically, Santa Maria is situated in the Santa Maria Valley, which is primarily composed of sedimentary formations. The valley hosts the Santa Maria River, which flows northwest into the Pacific Ocean. The river serves as a vital water source for the region and supports diverse ecosystems.
Santa Maria offers various outdoor recreation opportunities due to its diverse geography. The nearby Los Padres National Forest provides opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. For water enthusiasts, Lake Cachuma and the nearby beaches offer swimming, boating, and fishing activities. Golf lovers can enjoy the numerous golf courses in the area. Additionally, the city hosts parks, trails, and sports complexes for outdoor sports and leisure activities such as soccer, baseball, and tennis.
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): 9.1
Santa-Maria receives approximately
417mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Santa-Maria has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colson | 5 | 2,000 ft | |||
| Hi Mountain | 11 | 2,482 ft | |||
| American Canyon | 14 | 1,778 ft | |||
| San Antonio Military - Vandenberg AFB | None | 423 ft | |||
| River Park RV | None | 92 ft | |||
| Barrel Springs | 6 | 994 ft | |||
| Vandenberg AFB Military | None | 411 ft | |||
| Pine Canyon Military - Vandenberg AFB | None | 235 ft | |||
| Lopez Lake Rec Area | None | 545 ft | |||
| Santa Maria Fairpark | None | 215 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):
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.