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Shillington
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
4.6
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
6.1/10
Shillington, Pennsylvania, located in Berks County, offers a diverse climate and various outdoor recreation opportunities. The town experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Summers are typically mild with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 85°F (21°C to 29°C), while winters are cold with temperatures ranging from 25°F to 40°F (-4°C to 4°C). Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of 42 inches (1067 mm).
Shillington is situated near the Tulpehocken Creek, which provides hydrological benefits to the area. This creek is home to diverse aquatic life and offers opportunities for fishing and boating. Additionally, the surrounding countryside is abundant with small streams and ponds, creating an ideal environment for water-based activities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the numerous parks and recreational areas in and around Shillington. The Angelica Creek Park features walking trails, picnic areas, and sports fields, while the Blue Marsh Lake offers opportunities for swimming, hiking, and camping. Nearby hiking trails, such as the Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center, provide visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in nature.
Overall, Shillington provides a favorable climate, hydrological features, and ample outdoor recreation options, making it an attractive destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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): 9.7
Shillington receives approximately
1170mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Shillington has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder 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
Lower Delaware
Area Rivers
Lower Delaware
Snowpack Depths
Lower Delaware
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Delaware
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Locust Lake State Park | None | 1,260 ft | |||
| Mauch Chunk Lake County Park | None | 1,050 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): 2.3
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.