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Sarita
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
0.9
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
3.3/10
Sarita, Texas is a small unincorporated community located in southern Kenedy County. It experiences a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Summers are characterized by high temperatures averaging in the mid to upper 90s°F (mid 30s°C) and occasional thunderstorms. Winters are pleasant, with temperatures ranging from the 50s°F (10s°C) to the 70s°F (20s°C), and it rarely freezes.
Hydrology in Sarita is influenced by the nearby Laguna Madre, a shallow lagoon system. This brackish body of water is home to various aquatic species and supports important bird habitats. The region is also dotted with small lakes and ponds, providing opportunities for fishing and boating.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the vast expanses of the surrounding ranchlands, which offer hunting activities for white-tailed deer, feral hogs, and game birds. Additionally, birdwatching is a popular activity, with migratory species stopping by the area, including the endangered Whooping Crane. Sarita is also close to the Gulf of Mexico, allowing visitors to enjoy coastal activities such as swimming, sunbathing, and water sports.
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): 7.1
Sarita receives approximately
682mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Sarita 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
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Area Rivers
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaufer - Hubert - SeaWind RV Park | 134 | 9 ft | |||
| Lake Corpus Christi State Park | 116 | 109 ft | |||
| John J. Sablatura Park | None | 77 ft | |||
| Nasking Rec Military - Kingsville NAS | None | 49 ft | |||
| Labonte Park | 20 | 7 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): 0.7
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.