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West-Tisbury
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.9
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
West Tisbury is a charming town located on the island of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. Known for its natural beauty, the town offers a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities against a backdrop of a unique climate and hydrology constituents.
West Tisbury experiences a moderate maritime climate with mild summers and cool winters. The cool ocean breeze makes summers pleasant, with temperatures averaging around 70°F. Winters are cold but not extreme, with temperatures averaging around 30°F. The area receives around 45 inches of rainfall annually, which helps sustain its beautiful vegetation.
The town's hydrology includes several ponds, marshes, and streams, adding to the natural beauty of the area. Great Pond, one of the largest coastal ponds in Massachusetts, offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The Tisbury Great Pond Reserve is home to diverse wildlife and provides an excellent spot for birdwatching.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the numerous conservation areas and trails, such as Long Point Wildlife Refuge and Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary, which offer hiking, birding, and stunning views. West Tisbury is an ideal destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature, appreciate the island's unique climate, and enjoy various outdoor 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): 9.4
West-Tisbury receives approximately
1207mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
West-Tisbury 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
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Massachusetts-Rhode Island Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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.
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): 2.9
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.