M4.7 Depth: 113.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Michoacan, Mexico (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-22 06:51:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 22, 2025 at 06:51 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near Michoacan, Mexico (Mexico). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 113 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.7

Depth

113.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-22 06:51:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Michoacán

Source

gfz

Coordinates

19.02000, -102.21000

Temperature

23.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

113 km

113 km — deeper than the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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Distance: 321 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'938 m ·Last eruption: 399 ·Mexico

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