M4.2 Depth: 88.1 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-24 06:46:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico) on September 24, 2025 at 06:46 UTC. At around 88 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

88.1 km

UTC time

2025-09-24 06:46:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Oaxaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.55400, -94.99200

Temperature

24.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

88.1 km

88.1 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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