M3.5 Depth: 29.7 km

M3.5 Earthquake near 63 km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-10-29 03:29:02 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On October 29, 2025 at 03:29 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near 63 km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 30 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
29.7 km
UTC time
2025-10-29 03:29:02 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
32.07516, -115.88050
Temperature
16.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 29.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 29.7 km
Shallow
29.7 km
29.7 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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