M4.2 Depth: 148.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-20 08:36:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 20, 2025 at 08:36 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 148 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

148.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-20 08:36:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Chiapas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.44900, -93.53000

Temperature

22.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

148 km

148 km — deeper than the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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