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M4.1 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near YUCATAN, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-12-06 05:38:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 6, 2025 at 05:38 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near YUCATAN, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
5.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-06 05:38:57 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Yucatán
Source
emsc
Coordinates
20.52400, -89.46300
Temperature
22.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 km
5 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

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