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Selbyville
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Selbyville, Delaware is a small town located in Sussex County. It has a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. The average annual temperature is around 56°F, with July being the warmest month and January being the coldest. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, averaging around 45 inches annually.
Hydrologically, Selbyville is situated within the Atlantic Coastal Plain and is surrounded by several bodies of water, including the Assawoman Bay and St. Martin River. These waterways provide opportunities for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and kayaking. The area is also home to several nature reserves and parks, including the Fenwick Island State Park and the Assawoman Wildlife Area, which offer scenic trails for hiking and birdwatching.
Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy golfing at the Bayside Resort Golf Club or exploring the nearby Delaware Seashore State Park, known for its beautiful beaches and dunes. With its pleasant climate and proximity to water bodies and natural areas, Selbyville offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration.
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): 8.2
Selbyville receives approximately
1151mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Selbyville 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): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanside - Assateague National Seashore | 100 | 3 ft | |||
| Delaware Seashore State Park | 330 | 3 ft | |||
| Cape Henlopen State Park | 155 | 3 ft | |||
| Bayside - Assateague National Seashore | 50 | 4 ft | |||
| Assateague State Park | 350 | 1 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.