M4.1 Depth: 171.8 km

M4.1 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-28 16:39:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 28, 2025 at 16:39 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico). At around 172 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

171.8 km

UTC time

2025-07-28 16:39:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Chiapas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.84600, -93.69400

Temperature

27.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

171.8 km

171.8 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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