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M4.1 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-23 00:02:04 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 23, 2025 at 00:02 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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
5.0 km
UTC time
2025-11-23 00:02:04 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Oaxaca
Source
emsc
Coordinates
15.74700, -96.81800
Temperature
29.1°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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