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Watseka
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Watseka, Illinois is a charming city located in Iroquois County. It experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Summers are typically warm with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 90s Fahrenheit, while winters are cold with temperatures dropping to the teens and occasional snowfall.
The city is surrounded by several hydrology constituents, including the Iroquois River and Sugar Creek. These water bodies offer opportunities for boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. Fishing enthusiasts can expect to catch a variety of fish species, such as bass, catfish, and crappie.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Watseka are abundant. The city has several parks and trails, including Jaycee Park and Legion Park, which offer walking paths, picnic areas, and playgrounds. Kankakee River State Park is located nearby, providing opportunities for hiking, camping, and canoeing. Additionally, Watseka hosts various community events throughout the year, including festivals, farmers markets, and outdoor concerts, providing residents and visitors with a diverse range of outdoor entertainment.
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): 7.9
Watseka receives approximately
979mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Watseka has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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 Illinois
Area Rivers
Upper Illinois
Snowpack Depths
Upper Illinois
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Illinois
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson City Park | None | 541 ft | |||
| Forest Glen County Preserve | 42 | 669 ft | |||
| Evergreen City Park | None | 752 ft | |||
| Kickapoo State Park | 185 | 565 ft | |||
| Holtwood | 130 | 586 ft | |||
| Red Hills Lake State Park | 130 | 519 ft | |||
| Bumpus Mills - Lake Barkley | None | 520 ft | |||
| Crawford County Fairgrounds | None | 508 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail | None | 412 ft | |||
| Gatlin Point | 30 | 433 ft | |||
| Paris City Park | None | 668 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Park | 140 | 657 ft | |||
| Oblong Park | None | 491 ft | |||
| Gatlin Point - LBL | 19 | 453 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail State Park | 240 | 655 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): 2.7
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.