Climate of Argentina

The climate of Argentina is complex subject the vast size of the

country and considerable variation in altitude make for a wide range
of climate type. Argentina has four season Winter (June-August)
Spring (September-November) Summer (December-February) and
Autumn (March-May) all featuring different weather condition.
Summer are the warmest and wetting season in most of the country
expect in most of Patagonia where it is the driest season. Winter are
normally mid in the north, cool in the center and cold in the southern
parts with the latter experiencing frequent frost and snow. Because
southern parts of the country are moderated by surrounding ocean,
the cold is less intense and prolonged the area at comparable latitude
in the northern hemisphere. Spring and autumn are transitional
season that generally feature mild weather

Winter

Tierra del Fuego National Park during winter

In winter (JuneAugust), the northern parts of Argentina are generally

warm, the central parts mild, and the southern parts cold with frequent frost
and snow. The climate of the southern parts of the country is moderated by
the surrounding oceans, resulting in cold weather that is less intense and
prolonged than at comparable latitudes in the northern hemisphere. The
northern parts of the country have the warmest temperatures, with an
average of 14 C (57 F); the central parts are cooler, with an average of 10
C (50 F). In the extreme south, mean temperatures are below 4 C (39
F). At higher altitudes in the Andes, average winter temperatures are
below 0 C (32 F). June and July temperatures are normally similar to
each other; however, in August temperatures see a rise of about 2 C (4
F).
Precipitation varies widely during the winter months. The highest are in the
extreme northern part of the Littoral region and northwestern parts of
Patagonia, where mean winter precipitation exceeds 250 mm (10 in). Most
of the humid Pampas, averages between 75 and 200 mm (3 and 8 in) while
in the north, in areas bordering the Andes, it averages less than 10 mm (0.4
in)

Spring

Jacaranda in bloom at Plaza Miserere, Buenos Aires

Spring (SeptemberNovember) is similar to autumn, with mild days and

cool nights. During mid-October a large variety of wild and urban flora are
in bloom. Temperatures range from 20 C (68 F) in the north to 14 C (57
F) in the center, and 8 to 14 C (46 to 57 F) in most of Patagonia. Tierra
del Fuego Province and the higher altitudes of the Andes have the coolest
springs, with mean temperatures below 8 C (46 F). Temperatures grow
warmer as spring progresses.
During spring, precipitation in the country varies, with the greatest amounts
being in northern Buenos Aires Province and the Littoral region, where the
average precipitation exceeds 250 mm (10 in). Arid regions (Arid Diagonal)
have the lowest spring precipitation, with an average precipitation of less
than 50 mm (2 in).
Summer

Thunderstorm in Crdoba Province during summer

In summer (DecemberFebruary), temperatures range from an average of

26 C (79 F) in the north to a mean of 20 C (68 F) in the center of the
country except for the southeastern parts of Buenos Aires Province, where
temperatures are cooler in summer due to the maritime influence. In the
extreme south of the country, the temperature averages 12 C (54 F); at
very high altitudes, the average is below 10 C (50 F).
During summer, mean precipitation varies throughout the country: the eastern parts of
Salta Province, Jujuy Province, northern Tucumn Province and all of Misiones
Province are the wettest, receiving more than 400 mm (16 in) of precipitation during the
season. Most of the Littoral region and Buenos Aires Province, average between 200
and 300 mm (8 and 12 in). On the other hand, the Patagonia region is dry, with
precipitation averaging less than 50 mm (2 in) and occasionally below 25 mm (0.98 in)
much lower than other regions;Patagonia receives a monthly precipitation of 10 to 25
mm (0.4 to 1.0 in). In the central and northern parts of the country, January is usually
the wettest month, with an average monthly precipitation of 100 mm (4 in) in most
places, even exceeding 200 mm (8 in) in some places.
Autumn

Autumn in Bariloche

Autumn (MarchMay) is generally mild. Some forests and vineyards

display red and orange autumn foliage, especially in mid-April. Frost
arrives notably earlier in the south and later in the north. Mean
temperatures can exceed 22 C (72 F) in the northern parts of the
country, while they can touch 16 C (61 F) in most of the central parts
of the country, and less than 6 C (43 F) at the higher altitudes. As
autumn progresses, mean temperatures fall in all regions, with March
warmer than May. In the north, mean temperatures range from 24 C
(75 F) in March to 18 C (64 F) in May. In the central parts of the
country, mean temperatures in March are between 18 and 22 C (64
and 72 F), dropping to 10 and 14 C (50 and 57 F) in May. The mean
temperature in Tierra del Fuego Province in the extreme south is 10
C (50 F), and occasionally lower.
Precipitation is highest in northeast Argentina and lowest in the
Patagonia and Cuyo regions. In northeast Argentina, mean
precipitation can exceed 400 mm (16 in) while in most of Buenos Aires
Province and northwest Argentina, mean autumn precipitation ranges
between 200 and 500 mm (8 and 20 in). In most of the western parts of
northwest Argentina, Patagonia (except for western Patagonia where
precipitation is higher, averaging 100 to 200 mm (4 to 8 in)) and Cuyo
regions, precipitation can average less than 50 mm (2 in) In the
northwest, precipitation decreases as autumn progresses, ushering in
the dry season. For example, in Tucuman Province, March averages
more than 200 mm (8 in) of precipitation while May averages less than
50 mm (2 in). In contrast, precipitation increases in Patagonia,
particularly in the western parts where May precipitation can exceed
100 mm (4 in)]

Argentina Culture

Food and Economy

Food in Daily Life.Argentines are very fond of beef and pastas. Most
restaurants offer a wide assortment of meat dishes and pastas.
Spanish and Italian cuisine inspire everyday cooking, while French-
influenced cuisine is reserved for special occasions. It is quite
customary to buy fresh pasta for Sunday lunch, which is generally a
family event (that often includes the extended family). Breakfast is
very light and generally includes coffee or tea and milk, toast, butter,
and marmalade. At restaurants and hotels, breakfast also includes
small croissants. Lunch is served from 12:30P.M.to 2:00P.M.It used to
be the biggest meal of the day. This is changing because of tight work
schedules that cause some working people to eat increasingly lighter
dishes. There is generally an afternoon break for tea or coffee with
cookies, sandwiches, pastries, and/or a piece of cake. Dinner is
served from 9:00P.M.to 10:00P.M.There are no rigid food taboos, but
Argentines in general are not very adventurous when it comes to
trying unusual foods, flavors, and combinations. The most popular
restaurants are steak houses and pizzerias. Because of the strong
Italian influence in foods, ice cream stores offering gelatto made on
the premises are extremely popular. People meet at any time of the
day at cafs for an espresso or a cup of tea. These places are the
heart and soul of urban culture in Argentina. People meet there to
discuss politics and soccer, to flirt and make new acquaintances, to
study, and to socialize with friends and dates.

Social Stratification
Classes and Castes.Until recently, Argentina had a very large middle
class. Upper-class and lower-class sectors can generally trace their
origins to more than five generations in the country. Originally the
upper class was mainly formed by landowners of large estates.
Urbanization and industrialization processes intensified in the early
decades of the twentieth century and greatly affected Argentina's
social structure. Merchants and industrialists increasingly joined the
ranks of the landed elite. The Argentine middle class was formed
mainly by the descendants of immigrants who came to Argentina
either at the end of the nineteenth or beginning of the twentieth
century, settled in cities, and worked in the newly created jobs in the
industrial, commercial, and public sectors of the economy. In
comparison to other Latin American nations, Argentina's income
distribution has been fairly equitable throughout most of the twentieth
century. Together with Uruguay, it had a very large middle class until
quite recently, but that situation changed with the economic crisis of
the 1980s and 1990s. Social sciences literature refers to the "new
poor," which is made up of former middle class citizens who
experienced downward mobility.

Gender Roles and Statuses

Division of Labor by Gender.Although there are no legal impediments
to women performing most roles, their access to some positions of
power is limited. Very few women are elected as senators, and there
are fewer female than male deputies. The same applies to other
governmental positions such as ministers and secretaries of state.
There are some professions in which women outnumber men such as
architecture.
The Relative Status of Women and Men.Argentine law used to grant
men special authority over the children (patria potestas). Current
legislation states that parents share authority over their children.
Children may not leave the country with one parent unless they have
the written authorization of the other.

Marriage
Marriage.Marriage is freely decided by men and women. Only minors
(younger than age 18) need parental consent to marry. Argentina is
one of the countries with the largest number of consensual unions.
The government only recognizes civil marriage. The Catholic Church
is very influential in Argentina and has strongly opposed divorce.
However, divorce was legalized in the 1980s.

Socialization
Infant Care.Nursing is not concealed as much as it is in the United
States. Babies sleep in their own cribs. Child rearing is very similar to
the United States.
Child Rearing and Education.Depending on the socioeconomic
condition of the parents, children might be raised by nannies and/or
baby sitters, maids, or child care providers in day care centers. This
may happen even in cases in which the mothers do not work. Working
mothers on a low income might rely on relatives and/or neighbors for
child care. Large businesses and trade unions offer child care
facilities for their female employees often for free. Most public
schools have one or two years of kindergarten. Middle class and
upper class families are strongly influenced by psychoanalytic
schools for the education of their children. It is not uncommon for
parents to seek psychological counseling to raise their children and
to deal with learning problems at school.
Higher Education.There are 36 state (public) universities and 48
private universities. Public universities are free. Some of them have
entrance exams. Higher education degrees are very desirable.
Unfortunately, Argentine society cannot employ a great number of its
university graduates. Many professionals resort to taking jobs for
which they are overqualified.
Religion
Religious Beliefs.The majority of Argentines are Roman Catholics,
even though not all of them actively practice the religion. Jews
migrated to Argentina at the end of the nineteenth century from
Eastern Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. A significant number
also migrated during and after World War II. Estimates of the exact
size of the Jewish population vary between 250,000 and 500,000.
pentecostalism and other Protestant denominations are becoming
quite popular among the lower class (4.69 percent of the population
was Protestant in 1998). New Age and Eastern religions are popular
among some middle and upper class urban sectors. People from
various classes consult

Language
Dialectal variants of the spanish language in Argentina . There are at
least 40 spoken language . They include indigenous and immigrant
languages, with spanish being dominant , Some are endangered ,
Spoken by elderly people whose descendants do not speak the
languages .
popular healers or "witches," and participate in folk rituals associated
with popular forms of religions. For example, some Argentines believe
in popular saints thought to have healing powers or to be capable of
making miracles, such as Difunta Correa, San La Muerte, and Gaucho
Gil.

History of argentina!

First explored in 1516 by Juan Diaz de Solis, Argentina

developed slowly under Spanish colonial rule. Buenos Aires
was settled in 1580; the cattle industry was thriving as
early as 1600. long with numerous nomadic tribespeople,
two main indigenous groups existed in Argentina before
the European arrival. In the northwest, near Bolivia and
the Andes, was a people known as the Diaguita, while
further south and to the east were the Guarani. Together
the Diaguita and the Guarani constitute the origins of
 permanent agricultural civilization in Argentina, both
developing the cultivation of maize. The Diaguita are also
remembered for having successfully prevented the
powerful Inca from expanding their empire into Argentina
from what is now Bolivia.

It was perhaps a legacy of this successful resistance that

enabled the native peoples of Argentina to carry on a
prolonged campaign against colonization and rule by the
Spanish. The first Spaniard to land in Argentina, Juan de
Solis, was killed in 1516, and several attempts to found
Buenos Aires were stymied by the local inhabitants.
Inland cities were more successful, and it wasn't until the
late 16th century that Buenos Aires was securely
established. Despite its military success, indigenous
resistance was inexorably weakened by the introduction of
diseases from Europe. Even after the native threat became
minimal, however, Argentina was still mostly neglected by
Spain, which was more interested in developing Lima and
the riches of Peru. Buenos Aires was forbidden to trade
with foreign countries, and the city became a smuggler's
haunt. The restrictive trade policy probably did little to
endear Spain to the colonists. The British attacked Buenos
Aires in 1806 and 1807, as Spain's had come under the
control of Napoleonic France. The colony managed to
repulse Britain's attacks without any assistance from their
mother country, an act of strength that no doubt helped to
foster the region's growing sense of independence.
When the French captured Spain's King Ferdinand VII,
Argentina fell completely under the rule of the local
viceroyalty, which was highly unpopular. The locals
rebelled against the viceroyalty and declared their
allegiance to the captive king. By 1816, the deep division
 between Argentina and its mother country had become
quite apparent, and a party of separatists decided to
declare the country's independence. One of the new
patriots, Jose de San Martin, crossed the Andes and
captured Lima. Along with Simon Bolivar, Martin is
credited with breaking the shackle of Spanish rule in South
America.

Argentina is a country rich with a diverse number of physical features and

regions. Perhaps one of the most diverse geographical countries in the
world, Argentina has everything from beaches to mountains to jungles and
everything in between. Its eastern border is made up by the Atlantic
Ocean while its western border is made up of the Andes Mountains. It also
has a great deal of rivers and lakes as well to add to its abundance. As a
result of its diverse physical features and regions, there is a wide variety of
animals and fauna that call Argentina home.