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M4.1 Depth: 12.6 km

M4.1 Earthquake near OFFSHORE VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-20 10:19:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 20, 2025 at 10:19 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
12.6 km
UTC time
2025-11-20 10:19:42 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Veracruz
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.26300, -94.47100
Temperature
25.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.6 km
Shallow
12.6 km
12.6 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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