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M4.3 Depth: 62.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Oaxaca, Mexico (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-27 08:54:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near Oaxaca, Mexico (Mexico) on November 27, 2025 at 08:54 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 62 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 GFZ.

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
62.0 km
UTC time
2025-11-27 08:54:21 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Oaxaca
Source
gfz
Coordinates
16.89000, -95.16000
Temperature
22.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 62 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 62 km
Shallow
62 km
62 km — deeper 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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  • Serdan-Oriental Volcanic Field
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  • Tacana
    Distance: 380 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'064 m ·Last eruption: 1986 ·Mexico-Guatemala

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