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Progreso, Mexico

Morelos · Mexico

Progreso is a small city in Morelos, Mexico with a population of 14,525. Elevation: 4,472 ft (1,363 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

14,525 Population 501/sq mi density
4,472 ft Elevation 1,363 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
58.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Progreso

Progreso

Progreso is a port city in the Mexican state of Yucatán, located on the Gulf of Mexico in the north-west of the state some 30 minutes north of state capital Mérida by highway. As of the Mexican census of 2010, Progreso had an official population of 37,369 inhabitants, the sixth largest community in the state in population. The city is also the municipal seat of the surrounding municipality of the same name. The municipality's area is 270.10 km2 (104.29 sq mi) and its population at the census was 49,454 inhabitants. It includes Scorpion Reef with its five islets 130 km offshore (north) on the outer edge of Campeche Bank. Its largest other towns are Chicxulub Puerto, Campestre Flamboyanes, and Chelem.

People

Population14,525
Density501/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation4,472 ft (1,363 m)
Population14,525
Population Density501 / sq mi
Elevation4,472 ft (1,363 m)
Coordinates18.8801°, -99.1526°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMorelos
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation58.4 inches (1,483 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Progreso

Progreso is a small city in Mexico (Morelos) with a population of 14,525. The city sits at an elevation of 4,472 feet (1,363 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 465 business establishments.

Income: Progreso vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)465

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Progreso

Progreso has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.7°C), the coldest is Dec (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1449 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 11.5° / 27° 7.1
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 13° / 29.6° 3.4
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 14.5° / 32° 5.5
Apr 24.7°C / 76°F 16.1° / 33.3° 13.8
May 24.4°C / 76°F 16.7° / 32° 70.7
Jun 22.3°C / 72°F 16° / 28.6° 282.5
Jul 21.6°C / 71°F 15.2° / 28° 270.1
Aug 21.4°C / 71°F 15.1° / 27.7° 314.4
Sep 20.8°C / 69°F 14.9° / 26.6° 325.1
Oct 20.7°C / 69°F 14.1° / 27.3° 130.8
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 12.4° / 27.3° 23.9
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 11.1° / 26.5° 1.5
Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,472 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,472 ft (1,363 m)
Area29.0 sq mi (75.1 km²)
Population Density501/sq mi
Coordinates18.8801°N, 99.1526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.4"
54% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

310 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 79 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 143 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 58 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 81 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 112 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 150 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 116 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 135 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 128 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 69 km
Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 137 km
May 20, 2014 20 km WSW of Apaxtla de Castrejón, Mexico M4.9 137 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 144 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 107 km
Jun 22, 2017 4 km ENE of Tlacotepec, Mexico M4.7 146 km
May 26, 2005 7 km ESE of Cocula, Mexico M4.7 87 km
Sep 22, 2016 3 km NNW of Xochihuehuetlán, Mexico M4.6 125 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 124 km
Jun 16, 2007 9 km WNW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.6 105 km
Aug 5, 1998 15 km SE of El Terrero, Mexico M4.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 199 km
2024 John Category 3 189 km
2023 Otis Category 5 179 km
2021 Grace Category 3 236 km
2017 Max Category 1 244 km
2017 Katia Category 1 288 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 295 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 296 km
2010 Karl Category 2 248 km
2007 Dean Category 2 265 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 280 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 217 km
1996 Boris Category 1 286 km
1993 Gert Category 2 262 km
1990 Diana Category 2 290 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 221 km
1988 Debby Category 1 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 22 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 58 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 63 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 67 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 69 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 129 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 182 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 199 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 7.4 in
August 71°F (22°C) 7.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 7.8 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Progreso

31 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
FRECUENCIA 106.9 (CDMX) - 106.9 FM - XHSCCA-FM - Comunicadores Comunitarios del Arte y la Cultura, A.C. - Ciudad de México 106.9 fm, américa MP3 192 kbps
100.1 VOX FM Radio Hits (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos 100.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
La Ke Buena Cuernavaca 105.3 además de lo mejor en música del género grupero y música del ayer y hoy 24hras, grupero MP3 64 kbps
BUENISIIMA 88.5 (Cuernavaca) - 88.5 FM - XHCM-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, Morelos 88.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México 1600 am, am MP3 128 kbps
ULTRA 101.3 (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México 101.3 fm, contemporary hits MP3 96 kbps
AMOR 92.5 (Toluca) - 92.5 FM - XHRJ-FM - Grupo ACIR - Toluca, Estado de México 92.5 fm, acir AAC+ 48 kbps
RADIO ANÁHUAC 1670 (Huixquilucan) - 1670 AM - XEANAH-AM - Universidad Anáhuac - Huixquilucan, Estado de México 1670 am, am AAC 98 kbps
W RADIO 100.1 (Morelos) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos 100.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
OYE 89.7 (CDMX) - 89.7 FM - XEOYE-FM - NRM Comunicaciones - Ciudad de México 89.7 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
LA COMADRE 101.7 (Cuautla) - 101.7 FM - XHCUT-FM - Grupo Diario de Morelos - Cuautla, Morelos 101.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
Universal 88.1 XHRED Mexico City Official AAC+ 32 kbps
CRYSTAL 93.3 (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 93.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
CONTACTO 98.9 (Chalco) - 98.9 FM - XHCHAL-FM - Comunicaciones en Contacto, Cultura y Bienestar Social, A.C. - Chalco, Estado de México 98.9 fm, américa MP3 112 kbps
Contacto 98.9 (Chalco) - 98.9 FM - XHCHAL-FM - Chalco, Estado de México 98.9 fm, chalco MP3 112 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 91.7 FM - XHGEM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM 91.7, 91.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM 1600, 1600 am MP3 128 kbps
UniRadio 99.7 radio college MP3 96 kbps
Crystal 104.9 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Crystal 106.1 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
MEXIQUENSE RADIO 1600 (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México 1600 am, am MP3 128 kbps
Los 40 Cuernavaca moderno, pop MP3 128 kbps
@FM (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos 93.3 fm, @fm MP3
ARROBA FM 93.3 (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos 93.3 fm, @fm MP3
EXTASIS DIGITAL 107.7 (Cuernavaca) - 107.7 FM - XHASM-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos 107.7 fm, 1970s MP3
El Adolfo Radio 91.9 FM musica regional mexicana, regional mexican MP3 192 kbps
VOX FM Radio Hits 100.1 (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos 100.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Progreso

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Cultural Xochitepequense
Colección Carlos Pellicer
El Castillito
La Cerería
Museo de Arte Conteporaneo indigena
Museo de Ciencia
Museo de la casa de Zapata
Museo de la ciudad de Cuernavaca
Museo de la medicina tradicional y herbolaria
Museo de la Revolución del Sur
Museo del Oriente de Morelos "Casa de Morelos"
Museo del Sitio de Xochicalco
Museo INEEL
Museo Morelense de Arte Contemporáneo Juan Soriano
Museo Morelense de Arte Popular
Museo Robert Brady
Museo vivencia ferrocarril 279
Palace of Hernan Cortez
Papalote Museo del Niño
Proyecto Siqueiros La Tallera

Libraries in Progreso

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amoxcalco0.0
Benito Juarez0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca 17 de Abril0.0
Biblioteca Central0.0
Biblioteca INEEL0.0
Biblioteca Infantil0.0
Biblioteca Pública Juventino Muñoz0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eliseo Aragón Benítez0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ing. Juan Dubernard Ch.0.0

Farmers Markets in Progreso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CENTRAL DE ABASTOS DE CUAUTLA
Central de Abastos Emiliano Zapata
Las Flores
Mercado
Mercado "La Carolina"
Mercado "Lázaro Cárdenas"
Mercado "Pablo Torres Burgos"
Mercado Adolfo López Mateos
Mercado Amatitlan
Mercado Centenario
Mercado Cuautla
Mercado de Alatavista
Mercado de la Barona
Mercado de sabores
Mercado de Tetecala (Solo los dias Martes)
Mercado Emiliano Zapata
Mercado Hermenegildo Galeana
Mercado La Asunción
Mercado La Asunción
Mercado La Asunción
Mercado Lázaro Cárdenas
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal "Unidad Morelense"
Mercado Municipal Ayala
Mercado Municipal de Jiutepec
Mercado Municipal de Jiutepec
Mercado Municipal de Jiutepec
Mercado Municipal de Xochitepec
Mercado municipal Lomas de la Selva
Mercado Rosa Campestre
Mercado Santos Degollado
Plaza "3 de Mayo"
Plaza Comercial Los Robles
Plaza de Artesanías
PLAZA SOLIDARIDAD 12 DE OCTUBRE
Siglo XXI
Tianguis de chamilpa
Tianguis de Temixco

Breweries in Progreso

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Modelorama

Stadiums & Teams in Progreso

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Progreso

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Mexico City Benito Juárez International AirportMEXLarge Airport
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de la Hacienda PanoayaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Jorge Jiménez Cantú National AirportAZPSmall Airport
Mexico City Air BaseSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Progreso

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos
Alcohólicos anónimos "Camino fuerte" Tepoztlán
CAPASITS Cuernavaca
CAPASITS Cuernavaca
Centro de atención primaria en Adicciones
Centro de atención primaria en Adicciones
Centro de Rehabilitación y Educación Especial (CREE Morelos)
Centro de Salud La Joya
Centro de Salud Tejalpa, Modulo 9.
Centro de Salud Tejalpa, Modulo 9.
Laboratorio estatal de la secretaria de salud
Laboratorio estatal de la secretaria de salud
Vista Hermosa
Vista Hermosa

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Progreso

What is the population of Progreso?

Progreso has a population of 14,525 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 501 people per square mile, spread across 29.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Progreso?

Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.4 inches.

How is the job market in Progreso?

The job market in Progreso is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 465 business establishments in the area.

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