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Progreso, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Progreso is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 708. Elevation: 12,677 ft (3,864 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

708 Population 1/sq mi density
12,677 ft Elevation 3,864 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Progreso

Ccotancaire is a populated place in Apurímac Region, Peru.

People

Population708
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation12,677 ft (3,864 m)
Population708
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,677 ft (3,864 m)
Coordinates-14.0722°, -72.4765°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,445 mm)
Annual Snowfall66.8 inches (170 cm)

About Progreso

Progreso is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 708. The city sits at an elevation of 12,677 feet (3,864 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Progreso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,677 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,677 ft (3,864 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0722°N, 72.4765°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above Peru avg
Snowfall 66.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.83"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

327 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 112 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 132 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 138 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 142 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 39 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 30 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 119 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 123 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 23 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 136 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 35 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 72 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 113 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 130 km
Apr 20, 1990 8 km SSE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 148 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 143 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 30 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 107 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 32 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (122 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 122 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 151 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 7.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 44°F (7°C) 7.5 in
March 44°F (7°C) 7.2 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.6 in
May 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.3 in
August 40°F (4°C) 0.5 in
September 42°F (6°C) 1.4 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in Warmest

Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 38°F in January to 45°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Progreso

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 54628 ñuñunyapata
Institución Educativa Illacancha
Institución Educativa 54644 Pampacancha
De Progreso
Institución Educativa 54413 San Jose
Institución Educativa Fray Diego Ortiz
Institución Educativa 54452 Chacapampa
Institución Educativa 54636 Escohorno
Institución Educativa Ancahuachana
Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado Pallca Grande
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Clinics in Progreso

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Progreso

Stadiums & Teams in Progreso

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Airports Near Progreso

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
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 708 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 995.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Progreso?

Progreso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 66.8 inches of snow.

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