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Wingate
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Wingate, Maryland is a small town located on the Eastern Shore of the United States, in Dorchester County. The climate in Wingate is classified as humid subtropical, characterized by hot and humid summers, mild winters, and a significant amount of precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year. Summers are often hot with temperatures averaging in the mid-80s°F (29°C), while winters are mild with temperatures in the mid-30s°F (2°C). Wingate experiences occasional tropical storms and hurricanes during the late summer and early fall.
As for hydrology constituents, Wingate is surrounded by the Chesapeake Bay and several rivers, including the Honga River and Fishing Bay. These water bodies provide opportunities for various water-based activities such as boating, fishing, and crabbing. The area is also known for its rich wildlife, including various bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Wingate are abundant. The nearby Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge offers hiking and biking trails, wildlife observation, and water-based activities like kayaking and canoeing. Additionally, Wingate is close to several state parks, providing opportunities for camping, picnicking, and exploring nature. Whether enjoying the outdoors on land or water, Wingate offers a diverse range of recreational opportunities for nature enthusiasts.
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): 9.8
Wingate receives approximately
1145mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Wingate 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): 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.
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):
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.