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Youngstown
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.5/10
Youngstown, Ohio is located in the northeastern part of the state, near the Pennsylvania border. The city experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Summers are typically warm with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit, while winters are cold with temperatures dropping to the 20s and 30s.
Hydrology constituents in Youngstown are primarily influenced by the Mahoning River, which flows through the city. The river provides a water source for recreational activities like fishing, boating, and kayaking. Additionally, there are several lakes and reservoirs in the region, including Lake Milton and Berlin Lake, offering opportunities for swimming and water sports.
As for outdoor recreation, Youngstown offers various options. Mill Creek Park, known as the "Green Cathedral," is a popular destination with numerous hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and gardens. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy several golf courses in the area, such as Mill Creek Golf Course and Avalon Lakes Golf Course. In the winter, residents and visitors can go skiing or snowboarding at nearby resorts like Boston Mills and Brandywine or enjoy ice skating at the Youngstown Ice Arena.
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): 8.0
Youngstown receives approximately
993mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Youngstown has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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 Ohio-Beaver
Area Rivers
Upper Ohio-Beaver
Snowpack Depths
Upper Ohio-Beaver
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Ohio-Beaver
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.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lake State Park | 100 | 1,095 ft | |||
| Shenango | None | 934 ft | |||
| Tomlinson Run State Park | None | 945 ft | |||
| Mosquito Lake State Park | 235 | 915 ft | |||
| Village Green | 72 | 640 ft | |||
| Linesville - Pymatuning State Park | 110 | 1,024 ft | |||
| Tuttle - Pymatuning State Park | 660 | 1,018 ft | |||
| Beaver Creek State Park | 50 | 875 ft | |||
| Pymatuning State Park | 375 | 1,049 ft | |||
| Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park | 331 | 1,017 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): 1.5
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.