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Solomons
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
4.0
•
Safeguard
6.4/10
Solomons, Maryland, located on the southern tip of Calvert County, offers a pleasant climate and a diverse range of outdoor recreation opportunities. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summers see temperatures averaging in the mid-80s Fahrenheit, while winters tend to be cool with temperatures averaging in the mid-40s to mid-50s.
Solomons is surrounded by the waters of the Patuxent River and the Chesapeake Bay, providing ample opportunities for water-based activities. The area boasts an abundance of hydrology constituents, including marshes, wetlands, and tidal creeks, which support a rich ecosystem teeming with marine life. Visitors can engage in fishing, boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding, while also enjoying scenic walks along the waterfront or picnicking in the waterfront parks.
Additionally, Solomons is home to the Calvert Marine Museum, which offers educational exhibits on the region's natural history, including fossils, local marine life, and the area's unique geological formations. With its favorable climate, diverse hydrology constituents, and various outdoor recreation opportunities, Solomons is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking to experience the beauty of Maryland's coastal region.
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): 9.8
Solomons receives approximately
1147mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Solomons 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): 4.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Isle State Park | None | 12 ft | |||
| Point Lookout State Park | 143 | 2 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): 4.0
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.