Climate Overview
The climate in El Progreso is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2299mm of precipitation falls per year. El Progreso receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Progreso is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.
Temperature
El Progreso sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 29°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
El Progreso is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2299mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 192mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 300mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 108mm. That's 193mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
El Progreso is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in El Progreso, which began on March 20, 2026. El Progreso is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 441mm across the season with a monthly average of 147mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 722mm across the season with a monthly average of 241mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 770mm across the season with a monthly average of 257mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 366mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Progreso based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
