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Cantón el Progreso, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Cantón el Progreso is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 552. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 552 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1428°, -92.6494° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cantón el Progreso
Cantón el Progreso is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 552. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cantón el Progreso vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 293.4 sq mi (759.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1428°N, 92.6494°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.7 m | 98 | 135 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 58 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 126 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 127 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 12.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 11.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 15.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
Cantón el Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Cantón el Progreso
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Cantón el Progreso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| mercado municipal |
Airports Near Cantón el Progreso
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cantón el Progreso?
Cantón el Progreso has a population of 552 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 293.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cantón el Progreso?
Cantón el Progreso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in Cantón el Progreso?
The job market in Cantón el Progreso is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.