M4.0 Depth: 8.2 km

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

UTC time: 2025-07-21 09:44:35 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 21, 2025 at 09:44 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 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

8.2 km

UTC time

2025-07-21 09:44:35 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

Source

emsc

Coordinates

18.11400, -103.28000

Temperature

29.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

8.2 km

8.2 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: 160 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'850 m ·Last eruption: 2019 ·Mexico
Michoacan-Guanajuato

Distance: 251 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'860 m ·Last eruption: 1952 ·Mexico
Northern EPR at 17°N

Distance: 278 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'700 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
Mascota Volcanic Field

Distance: 317 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'525 m ·Mexico
Northern EPR at 16°N

Distance: 342 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'300 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo

Distance: 350 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'500 m ·Last eruption: -3050 ·Mexico

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