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Albuquerque
Eden Index
Climate
8.8
•
Recreation
5.0
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
5.9/10
Albuquerque, New Mexico is located in the high desert region of the southwestern United States. The city experiences a hot and dry climate with low humidity, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The Rio Grande River runs through the city, providing a source of water for agriculture and recreational activities such as kayaking, rafting, and fishing. Albuquerque is also surrounded by mountains, providing ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and skiing in the winter months. Outdoor festivals, such as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, draw visitors from around the world. The city's high altitude and dry climate make it an excellent location for stargazing and astronomy 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): 8.8
Albuquerque receives approximately
238mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 53%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Albuquerque 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
Rio Grande-Elephant Butte
Area Rivers
Rio Grande-Elephant Butte
Snowpack Depths
Rio Grande-Elephant Butte
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Rio Grande-Elephant Butte
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senator Willie Chavez Park | 12 | 4,801 ft | |||
| Paliza | 30 | 6,809 ft | |||
| Jemez Falls | 52 | 7,963 ft | |||
| Coronado | None | 5,087 ft | |||
| Ojito Wilderness Dispersed | None | 6,002 ft | |||
| Vista Linda - Jemez Springs | 13 | 5,859 ft | |||
| John F Kennedy | 18 | 6,222 ft | |||
| Kirtland AFB Military | 72 | 5,439 ft | |||
| Isleta Lake RV | 50 | 4,899 ft | |||
| Las Conchas | 9 | 8,422 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): 2.4
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.