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Towson
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
3.5
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Community
4.7
•
Safeguard
6.2/10
Towson, Maryland is a suburban community located in Baltimore County. It experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers, mild winters, and ample precipitation throughout the year. Summers are generally hot with temperatures averaging around 85°F (29°C), while winter temperatures range between 30°F (-1°C) and 45°F (7°C). The area receives around 45 inches (114 cm) of rainfall annually, which is spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Hydrologically, Towson is situated within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. It is closely connected to the Patapsco River, which flows into the Chesapeake Bay. The region is also dotted with small streams and creeks, contributing to the area's hydrological makeup.
Towson offers several outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors. Loch Raven Reservoir is a popular spot for boating, fishing, and hiking. The park surrounding the reservoir includes various trails and picnic areas. Additionally, there are numerous parks and green spaces throughout Towson that offer opportunities for walking, jogging, and enjoying nature. The NCR Trail, a scenic 20-mile trail, provides a great setting for biking, walking, and birdwatching. Overall, Towson offers a pleasant climate, diverse hydrology, and a range of outdoor activities for individuals to enjoy.
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): 9.5
Towson receives approximately
1246mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 77%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Towson 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): 3.5
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.
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): 4.7
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.