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Waite-Park
Eden Index
Climate
6.3
•
Recreation
3.8
•
Community
3.0
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Waite Park, Minnesota is a small city located in Stearns County. It has a humid continental climate, characterized by cold winters and warm summers. Average January temperatures range from 8°F (-13°C) to 22°F (-6°C), while average July temperatures range from 61°F (16°C) to 82°F (28°C). Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 31 inches (79 cm) annually.
The city is situated near the Mississippi River, which plays a vital role in its hydrology. The river provides a source of water for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and kayaking. Waite Park is also home to several lakes, including Quarry Park and Nature Preserve, which offers beautiful swimming beaches, fishing piers, and trails for hiking and biking. The park's granite quarries are popular for scuba diving.
In addition to water-based activities, Waite Park offers various outdoor recreation opportunities. The city has several parks with amenities such as playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas. There are also golf courses and nature trails for residents and visitors to enjoy. Overall, Waite Park provides a favorable climate and numerous outdoor attractions for nature enthusiasts and those seeking recreational activities.
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): 6.3
Waite-Park receives approximately
760mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Waite-Park has a plant hardyness factor of
4, 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
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug Hat Point | None | 1,368 ft | |||
| Deer Lake | 48 | 1,413 ft | |||
| West Seelye Bay | 22 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Winnie Dam | None | 1,334 ft | |||
| Winnie | 35 | 1,392 ft | |||
| Leech Lake Rec Area | 78 | 1,313 ft | |||
| Onegume | 46 | 1,338 ft | |||
| Ronald Cloutier - Cross Lake | 120 | 1,246 ft | |||
| East Seelye Bay | 13 | 1,342 ft | |||
| Williams Narrows | 17 | 1,328 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.