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Nuevo Progreso, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
Nuevo Progreso is a small city in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 8,113. Elevation: 2,188 ft (667 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Nuevo Progreso
Nuevo Progreso is a municipality in the San Marcos department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,113 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,188 ft (667 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7917°, -91.9195° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nuevo Progreso
Nuevo Progreso is a small city in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 8,113. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet (667 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,188 ft (667 m) |
| Area | 129.5 sq mi (335.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7917°N, 91.9195°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 75 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 89 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 54 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santa Maria (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 40 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 43 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 43 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 117 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 117 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 149 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 24.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 18.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 21.7 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 26.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 21.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.9 in |
Nuevo Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 146.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (26.1") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Nuevo Progreso
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Nuevo Progreso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura | ||||
| Museo Caracol del Tiempo |
Libraries in Nuevo Progreso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 | |||||
| Liberira La Excelencia | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria El Maestro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nuevo Progreso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Pajapita | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Publico | |||||
| Metamercado | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Nuevo Progreso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nuevo Progreso
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| 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 |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | 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 |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria 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 |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nuevo Progreso
What is the population of Nuevo Progreso?
Nuevo Progreso has a population of 8,113 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 129.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nuevo Progreso?
Nuevo Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.