Geography of Argentina
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
2,780,400
km² (rank #8)
Coastline
4,989
km
Highest Point
Aconcagua (6,962 m)
Lowest Point
Laguna del Carbon (-105 m)
Area Comparison
Argentina
2,780,400 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Argentina is 28.3% the size of the United States.
Climate
Mostly temperate; arid in southeast; subantarctic in southwest
Terrain
Rich plains of the Pampas in north, Patagonian plateau in south, Andes along western border
Natural Resources
Lead
Zinc
Tin
Copper
Iron Ore
Manganese
Petroleum
Uranium
Lithium
Land Use
10.7%
10.7%
78.6%
Arable: 10.7%
Forest: 10.7%
Other: 78.6%
Bordering Countries
Argentina on the Map
Region
South America
South America
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Argentina?
Argentina covers an area of 2,780,400 km², ranking #8 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Argentina?
Mostly temperate; arid in southeast; subantarctic in southwest
What is the highest point in Argentina?
The highest point in Argentina is Aconcagua (6,962 m).
What natural resources does Argentina have?
Argentina's natural resources include Lead, Zinc, Tin, Copper, Iron Ore, Manganese, Petroleum, Uranium, Lithium.
Which countries border Argentina?
Argentina shares land borders with Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay.