M3.1 Depth: 2.2 km

M3.1 Earthquake near 94 km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-02 06:46:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near 94 km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX (Mexico) on September 2, 2025 at 06:46 UTC. With a focal depth of about 2 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

2.2 km

UTC time

2025-09-02 06:46:36 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Baja California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

31.47067, -115.61234

Temperature

26.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

2.2 km

2.2 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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