M4.1 Depth: 8.1 km

M4.1 Earthquake near MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-08 10:06:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near MICHOACAN, MEXICO (Mexico) on July 8, 2025 at 10:06 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 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.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

8.1 km

UTC time

2025-07-08 10:06:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Guerrero

Source

emsc

Coordinates

18.16300, -102.15600

Temperature

26.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

8.1 km

8.1 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

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Distance: 192 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'860 m ·Last eruption: 1952 ·Mexico
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Jocotitlan

Distance: 307 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'911 m ·Last eruption: 1270 ·Mexico
Chichinautzin

Distance: 334 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'938 m ·Last eruption: 399 ·Mexico

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