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Winooski
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
Winooski is a charming city located in Chittenden County, Vermont. It experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by cold winters and warm summers. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, with average highs ranging from the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit. Summers are pleasantly warm, with average highs in the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit.
The city is named after the Winooski River, which runs through its heart. The river plays a vital role in the hydrology constituents of the area, providing a source of water for both residents and wildlife. It also offers recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking.
Winooski boasts various outdoor recreation opportunities. One popular destination is the Winooski Falls, a picturesque natural waterfall that attracts visitors for its beauty and tranquility. The city is also home to several parks, including Landry Park and Rotary Park, which offer opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and outdoor sports. Additionally, nearby trails such as the Winooski Valley Park District trails provide opportunities for biking, walking, and birdwatching.
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): 8.3
Winooski receives approximately
937mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Winooski 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
Richelieu
Area Rivers
Richelieu
Snowpack Depths
Richelieu
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Richelieu
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Isle State Park | None | 149 ft | |||
| Branbury State Park | 45 | 573 ft | |||
| Mt. Philo State Park | 10 | 436 ft | |||
| Burton Island | None | 126 ft | |||
| North Beach | 137 | 163 ft | |||
| Moosalamoo | 19 | 1,547 ft | |||
| Button Bay State Park | 70 | 114 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): 3.2
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.