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El Progreso, Honduras
Yoro Department · Honduras
El Progreso is a large city in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 100,810. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Progreso
El Progreso is a city, with a population of 120,600, and a municipality located in the Honduran department of Yoro.
People
Climate
| Population | 100,810 |
| Population Density | 265 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4000°, -87.8000° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Yoro Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.9 inches (1,419 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Progreso
El Progreso is a large city in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 100,810. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 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 55.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in El Progreso
El Progreso has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 379.8 sq mi (983.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4000°N, 87.8000°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1856 | BAY OF HONDURAS | Eruption + Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 70 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (51 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 51 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
El Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in El Progreso
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICAS | College | - | , |
| Instituto Oficial Gabino Vasquez Argueta | College | - | , |
| Instituto Polivalente Francisco Morazán | University | - | , |
Radio Stations near El Progreso
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ranchera (SV) | - | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Activa Honduras | - | MP3 | |
| La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras | 102.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in El Progreso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de San Pedro Sula | ||||
| Museo de Fotografia El Arte | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario |
Libraries in El Progreso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Progreso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito el Unico | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Dandi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo de El Progreso | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Viberes |
Hotels in El Progreso
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Progreso
33 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Progreso
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in El Progreso
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Progreso
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in El Progreso
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Progreso
8 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Progreso
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Progreso
18 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in El Progreso
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in El Progreso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Hondureña |
Stadiums & Teams in El Progreso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Progreso
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Choloma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Minas De Oro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yodeco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yoro Airport | ORO | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Progreso
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Clínica Dentales Unidas | ||
| Clínica Ferraro | ||
| Clínicas Odontológicas San Pío de Pietrelcina | ||
| Medí Red |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Progreso
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral de Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes | |
| iglesia "LAS MERCEDES" | |
| Iglesia Bautista Biblica Progresena | |
| Iglesia Cristiana | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Iglesia del Evangelio Cuadrangular | |
| Iglesia Evangelica | |
| Iglesia Fe y Esperanza | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida Internacional | |
| Kingdom's Hall | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Suyapa |
Quick Facts
Around El Progreso
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Progreso
What is the population of El Progreso?
El Progreso has a population of 100,810 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 265 people per square mile, spread across 379.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Progreso?
El 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 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches.