Uruguay

Landscape

Uruguay is a country of rolling plains, low hills and broad river valleys rather than high mountains. Grassland and agricultural land dominate much of the interior. The Uruguay River lies to the west, while the south faces the Río de la Plata.

The Atlantic coast in the east includes beaches, dunes and lagoons. Inland ridges create gentle changes in relief across grazing and farming country. The landscape is comparatively open, but wetlands and wooded river margins provide local contrasts.

Climate & seasons

Uruguay has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. Rain falls throughout the year, and winter cold spells can bring frost.

Grasslands & water

Temperate grasslands support livestock farming and native wildlife. Rain occurs through the year, although conditions vary between seasons and years. Rivers, lagoons and remaining wetlands are important habitats within the wider agricultural landscape.