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Norman
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
4.0
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Norman, Oklahoma is a vibrant city located in Cleveland County. Known for its diverse climate, the city experiences hot summers and cool winters. Summers are typically humid with temperatures averaging in the high 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit, while winters are mild with temperatures ranging from the 40s to the 60s Fahrenheit. Norman is situated near the Canadian River, providing a valuable source of water for the city. Additionally, Lake Thunderbird is a popular reservoir offering outdoor recreation opportunities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. The city also boasts numerous parks and hiking trails, including the scenic Sutton Wilderness Area, providing residents and visitors with ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.
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
Norman receives approximately
963mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Norman 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
Lower Canadian
Area Rivers
Lower Canadian
Snowpack Depths
Lower Canadian
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Canadian
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake McMurtry West | None | 993 ft | |||
| Lake Thunderbird State Park - South | None | 1,146 ft | |||
| Lake McMurtry East | None | 985 ft | |||
| Mountain Lake | None | 1,002 ft | |||
| Perry Lake | 10 | 1,105 ft | |||
| Arcadia Lake | 140 | 1,062 ft | |||
| Lake Thunderbird State Park - North | None | 1,081 ft | |||
| Tinker AFB Military | None | 1,253 ft | |||
| Buzzards Roost - Lake Murray State Park | None | 764 ft | |||
| Cedar Grove - Lake Murray State Park | None | 764 ft | |||
| Dukes - Lake Murray State Park | None | 803 ft | |||
| Liberty Lake | None | 1,025 ft | |||
| Guthrie Lake | None | 993 ft | |||
| Field Trial Area - Lake Murray State Park | None | 799 ft | |||
| Tipps Point - Lake Murray State Park | None | 755 ft | |||
| Turner Falls Park | 500 | 960 ft | |||
| Healdton Municipal Lake | 57 | 900 ft | |||
| Pauls Valley City Lake | 28 | 910 ft | |||
| Chandler City Park - Purcell | 25 | 1,091 ft | |||
| Wes Watkins Reservoir | 62 | 1,113 ft | |||
| Elephant Rock - Lake Murray State Park | None | 762 ft | |||
| Lake Carl Blackwell | 200 | 988 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): 1.4
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.