-
Snoflo Premium
Get unlimited access to all our content
With no Ad interruptions! - Start Your Free Trial Login with existing account
Southfield
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
3.0
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Southfield, Michigan is a vibrant city located in Oakland County. Its climate is classified as humid continental, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from 20°F (-7°C) in winter to 80°F (27°C) in summer. Southfield receives around 33 inches of annual precipitation, evenly distributed throughout the year.
Hydrologically, Southfield is primarily situated within the Rouge River watershed. This includes the scenic Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, a 42-acre park with a serene lake, wetlands, and diverse wildlife. Additionally, the city features several parks and recreational areas, such as the Southfield Sports Arena and the Beech Woods Recreation Center, offering various outdoor activities like tennis, basketball, and walking trails.
Southfield is also home to the Franklin Hills Country Club, renowned for its picturesque golf course and social events. Nature enthusiasts can explore the nearby Heritage Park, covering 211 acres with picnic spots, playgrounds, and trails for hiking and biking. Overall, Southfield offers a pleasant climate, hydrological beauty, and a range of outdoor recreation opportunities, making it an appealing destination for residents and visitors alike.
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): 7.7
Southfield receives approximately
839mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Southfield 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
St. Clair-Detroit
Area Rivers
St. Clair-Detroit
Snowpack Depths
St. Clair-Detroit
Reservoir Storage Capacity
St. Clair-Detroit
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne County Fairgrounds RV | None | 691 ft | |||
| Wolverine | 190 | 767 ft | |||
| Otter Lake Park | None | 869 ft | |||
| Ortonville State Rec Area | 25 | 1,073 ft | |||
| Evergreen County Park | 147 | 740 ft | |||
| Sterling State Park | 250 | 579 ft | |||
| Pontiac Lake State Rec Area | 175 | 1,015 ft | |||
| Addison Oaks County Park | None | 993 ft | |||
| Metamora - Hadley Rec Area | 215 | 934 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 3.0
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.