M4.0 Depth: 16.4 km

M4.0 Earthquake near OFFSHORE MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-08 20:52:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near OFFSHORE MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico) on July 8, 2025 at 20:52 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 16 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

16.4 km

UTC time

2025-07-08 20:52:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

Source

emsc

Coordinates

18.15800, -103.47200

Temperature

28.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

16.4 km

16.4 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

Volcanoes nearby

Colima

Distance: 152 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'850 m ·Last eruption: 2019 ·Mexico
Michoacan-Guanajuato

Distance: 261 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'860 m ·Last eruption: 1952 ·Mexico
Northern EPR at 17°N

Distance: 265 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'700 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
Mascota Volcanic Field

Distance: 303 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'525 m ·Mexico
Northern EPR at 16°N

Distance: 332 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'300 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
Ceboruco

Distance: 347 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'280 m ·Last eruption: 1875 ·Mexico

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