Veinticinco de Mayo, La Pampa facts for kids
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25 de Mayo
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Town
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  La Pampa |
| Established | 26 July 1909 |
| Population
(2001, INDEC)
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| • Total | 5,953 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| Postcode |
L8201
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| Area code(s) | 0299 |
25 de Mayo is a town located in the La Pampa Province of Argentina. It is a smaller community, offering a glimpse into life in this part of South America. The town was officially established on July 26, 1909, making it over a century old.
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Climate in 25 de Mayo
The weather in 25 de Mayo changes quite a bit throughout the year. It has hot summers and cooler winters. Understanding the climate helps us know what it's like to live there.
Summer Weather (December to February)
During the summer months, 25 de Mayo gets very warm. The average temperature is around 24 to 29 degrees Celsius (75 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit). Sometimes, it can get extremely hot, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). This is the time of year when the town gets most of its rain, though the total amount is still quite low.
Winter Weather (June to August)
Winters are much cooler in 25 de Mayo. The average temperatures are usually between 6 and 13 degrees Celsius (43 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit). It can even drop below freezing, sometimes reaching as low as -13 degrees Celsius (9 degrees Fahrenheit). There is less rain during winter compared to summer.
Rainfall and Sunshine
Overall, 25 de Mayo is a dry place. It receives about 255 millimeters (10 inches) of rain each year. This is not a lot compared to many other places. The town generally gets a good amount of sunshine, especially in the summer. Even in winter, there are often clear, sunny days.
| Climate data for Veinticinco de Mayo, La Pampa (1971–1996) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 42.5 (108.5) |
40.9 (105.6) |
37.8 (100.0) |
34.2 (93.6) |
33.2 (91.8) |
29.5 (85.1) |
26.5 (79.7) |
29.5 (85.1) |
33.5 (92.3) |
35.9 (96.6) |
38.0 (100.4) |
39.8 (103.6) |
42.5 (108.5) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 31.5 (88.7) |
30.3 (86.5) |
27.1 (80.8) |
22.4 (72.3) |
17.9 (64.2) |
13.2 (55.8) |
13.8 (56.8) |
16.6 (61.9) |
19.5 (67.1) |
23.0 (73.4) |
27.1 (80.8) |
29.9 (85.8) |
22.7 (72.9) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 24.2 (75.6) |
23.0 (73.4) |
19.6 (67.3) |
14.8 (58.6) |
10.5 (50.9) |
6.8 (44.2) |
6.7 (44.1) |
8.9 (48.0) |
12.0 (53.6) |
15.8 (60.4) |
19.8 (67.6) |
22.7 (72.9) |
15.4 (59.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 14.0 (57.2) |
13.2 (55.8) |
10.4 (50.7) |
6.1 (43.0) |
3.2 (37.8) |
0.6 (33.1) |
0.0 (32.0) |
1.1 (34.0) |
3.9 (39.0) |
7.4 (45.3) |
10.2 (50.4) |
13.6 (56.5) |
7.0 (44.6) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 0.5 (32.9) |
0.8 (33.4) |
−3.5 (25.7) |
−5.6 (21.9) |
−9.0 (15.8) |
−13.0 (8.6) |
−11.6 (11.1) |
−9.1 (15.6) |
−7.9 (17.8) |
−2.7 (27.1) |
−2.5 (27.5) |
3.6 (38.5) |
−13.0 (8.6) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 24.3 (0.96) |
19.0 (0.75) |
32.4 (1.28) |
26.5 (1.04) |
7.7 (0.30) |
19.4 (0.76) |
12.4 (0.49) |
10.4 (0.41) |
21.0 (0.83) |
27.0 (1.06) |
27.6 (1.09) |
29.1 (1.15) |
255.3 (10.05) |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 50 | 52 | 60 | 64 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 63 | 56 | 53 | 51 | 51 | 59 |
| Percent possible sunshine | 71 | 72 | 64 | 55 | 47 | 44 | 41 | 54 | 52 | 59 | 62 | 68 | 57 |
| Source: Secretaria de Mineria | |||||||||||||
Population and Community
As of 2001, the town of 25 de Mayo had a population of 5,953 people. This makes it a relatively small town. In a community of this size, people often know each other well. There is a strong sense of local community.
Local Government
The town is led by a mayor. The mayor's job is to help manage the town and make decisions for its people. This includes things like local services and community projects. The current mayor is David Edgardo.
See also
In Spanish: Colonia 25 de Mayo para niños
