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El Progreso, Guatemala
Jutiapa · Guatemala
El Progreso is a small city in Jutiapa, Guatemala with a population of 7,350. Elevation: 3,179 ft (969 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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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 | 7,350 |
| Population Density | 174 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.3560°, -89.8485° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Jutiapa |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.3 inches (1,456 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Progreso
El Progreso is a small city in Guatemala (Jutiapa) with a population of 7,350. The city sits at an elevation of 3,179 feet (969 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.3560°N, 89.8485°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 102 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 134 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 73 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santiago, Cerro (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 4 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 9 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 10 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 16 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 29 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 32 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 45 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 61 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 63 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
El Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 66°F in December to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.4") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in El Progreso
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Laureles | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Progreso
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tribu FM (SV) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Jefa Radio El Salvador (SV) | banda, grupero | MP3 | |
| Radio Salem 92.5 (SV) | christian, educational | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Plenitud Radio (SV) | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Supra 90.5 FM (SV) | — | AAC | |
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in El Progreso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Jutiapa |
Hotels in El Progreso
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Progreso
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Progreso
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Progreso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Progreso
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Ilopango International Airport | ILS | Medium Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Zapote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Progreso
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa De Presencia | |
| Iglesia Cátolica | |
| Iglesia Catolica |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near El Progreso
Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Progreso?
El Progreso has a population of 7,350 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Progreso?
El Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches.