M4.1 Depth: 5.3 km

M4.1 Earthquake near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-01-03 00:59:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico) on January 3, 2026 at 00:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

5.3 km

UTC time

2026-01-03 00:59:49 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Guerrero

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.72700, -99.50700

Temperature

27.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5.3 km

5.3 km — shallower than the regional average (45.2 km)

Regional average: 45.2 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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