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Seligman
Eden Index
Climate
8.9
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.5/10
Seligman, Arizona is a small town located in Yavapai County, in the southwestern United States. The town experiences a semi-arid climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers are long and dry, with temperatures often reaching over 90°F (32°C), while winters are generally mild, with temperatures averaging around 50°F (10°C). The area receives very little rainfall, with an annual average of about 10 inches (25 cm), making it a desert-like environment.
Hydrologically, Seligman is situated near the Big Chino Wash, a significant tributary of the Verde River. The town also lies in close proximity to the Prescott National Forest and the Kaibab National Forest, which offer various recreational opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore hiking trails, go camping, or enjoy fishing in the nearby lakes and rivers. Seligman is also famous for being a part of the historic Route 66, which attracts tourists interested in experiencing the nostalgia of the iconic highway. With its unique climate, hydrological features, and outdoor recreation opportunities, Seligman offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Arizona desert.
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): 8.9
Seligman receives approximately
433mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 36%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Seligman 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
Verde
Area Rivers
Verde
Snowpack Depths
Verde
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Verde
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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.
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.