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San Sebastián Progreso, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Sebastián Progreso is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 550. Elevation: 6,004 ft (1,830 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

550 Population 2/sq mi density
6,004 ft Elevation 1,830 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population550
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation6,004 ft (1,830 m)
Population550
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,004 ft (1,830 m)
Coordinates17.8121°, -97.6912°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Sebastián Progreso

San Sebastián Progreso is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 6,004 feet (1,830 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: San Sebastián Progreso vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Sebastián Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,004 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,004 ft (1,830 m)
Area303.2 sq mi (785.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.8121°N, 97.6912°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.59"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

294 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 150 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 118 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 69 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 145 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 148 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 146 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 60 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 141 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 60 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 88 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 90 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 67 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 133 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 67 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 73 km
Feb 17, 2018 9 km ENE of San Juan Colorado, Mexico M5.2 147 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 116 km
Sep 16, 1995 0 km E of Huixtepec, Mexico M5.1 144 km
Jun 25, 2015 1 km ENE of Zocoteaca de León, Mexico M5.0 134 km
Jan 15, 2020 6 km ENE of San Juan Colorado, Mexico M5.0 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 171 km
2024 John Category 3 186 km
2023 Otis Category 5 256 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 253 km
2021 Grace Category 1 299 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 269 km
2017 Max Category 1 178 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 148 km
2010 Karl Category 3 153 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 170 km
1997 Rick Category 2 219 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 172 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 150 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (143 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 143 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 155 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 164 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 167 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 175 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 182 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 195 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
August 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in

San Sebastián Progreso has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Sebastián Progreso

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in San Sebastián Progreso

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mureh
Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería”

Libraries in San Sebastián Progreso

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Santa María0.0
Biblioteca UTM0.0

Farmers Markets in San Sebastián Progreso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado Cuautémoc
Mercado Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Zaragoza

Breweries in San Sebastián Progreso

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Heineken México

Airports Near San Sebastián Progreso

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 San Sebastián Progreso

What is the population of San Sebastián Progreso?

San Sebastián Progreso has a population of 550 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 303.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Sebastián Progreso?

San Sebastián Progreso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches.

How is the job market in San Sebastián Progreso?

The job market in San Sebastián Progreso is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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