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Progreso, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Progreso is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 2,144. Elevation: 3,553 ft (1,083 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

2,144 Population 4/sq mi density
3,553 ft Elevation 1,083 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
19.7 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

Population2,144
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation3,553 ft (1,083 m)
Population2,144
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,553 ft (1,083 m)
Coordinates22.2283°, -100.1281°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation19.7 inches (501 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Progreso

Progreso is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 2,144. The city sits at an elevation of 3,553 feet (1,083 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 69 business establishments.

Income: Progreso vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Progreso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 19.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,553 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,553 ft (1,083 m)
Area611.5 sq mi (1,583.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates22.2283°N, 100.1281°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.7"
48% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 96 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 88 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 82 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 120 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 103 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 138 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 78 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 125 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 83 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 122 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 125 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 145 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 109 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 113 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 215 km
2000 Keith Category 1 233 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 260 km
1993 Gert Category 2 227 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in
May 78°F (25°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
August 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in

Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Progreso

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Preparatoria PROGRESO
Primaria Ricardo Flores Magon
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Radio Stations near Progreso

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radiomaya дисскусии, знакомства MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Progreso

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Sacro

Libraries in Progreso

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Sor Juana Ines de La Cruz0.0

Farmers Markets in Progreso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Progreso

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Progreso

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall Airport
Villa de Arista AirportSmall Airport

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 2,144 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 611.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Progreso?

Progreso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches.

How is the job market in Progreso?

The job market in Progreso is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.

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