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Colonia Progreso, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Colonia Progreso is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,703. Elevation: 843 ft (257 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,703 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8011°, -95.0797° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,067 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colonia Progreso
Colonia Progreso is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,703. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet (257 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Colonia Progreso vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 86 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 163.4 sq mi (423.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8011°N, 95.0797°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 1.6 m | 10 | 142 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 95 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 117 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in |
Colonia Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (0.5").
Museums in Colonia Progreso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura |
Farmers Markets in Colonia Progreso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre de 1967 | |||||
| Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado José Murat |
Gas Stations in Colonia Progreso
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Colonia Progreso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL CENTENARIO |
Stadiums & Teams in Colonia Progreso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colonia Progreso
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Robalo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Colonia Progreso?
Colonia Progreso has a population of 2,703 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 163.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colonia Progreso?
Colonia Progreso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.
How is the job market in Colonia Progreso?
The job market in Colonia Progreso is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 86 business establishments in the area.