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M2.8 Depth: 12.8 km

M2.8 Earthquake near GULF OF CALIFORNIA (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-16 06:53:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 16, 2025 at 06:53 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near GULF OF CALIFORNIA (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M2.8
Depth
12.8 km
UTC time
2025-11-16 06:53:55 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.65970, -114.60310
Temperature
21.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.8 km
Shallow
12.8 km
12.8 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)
Regional average: 46 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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