M4.2 Depth: 144.2 km

M4.2 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-27 11:56:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico) on September 27, 2025 at 11:56 UTC. At around 144 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

144.2 km

UTC time

2025-09-27 11:56:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Chiapas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.79700, -93.96400

Temperature

19.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

144.2 km

144.2 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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