M3.6 Depth: 67.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-03 18:19:58 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico) on November 3, 2025 at 18:19 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 67 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
67.0 km
UTC time
2025-11-03 18:19:58 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
14.60000, -92.30000
Temperature
29.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 67 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 67 km
Shallow
67 km
67 km — deeper 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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  • Toliman
    Distance: 120 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'158 m ·Guatemala
  • Atitlan
    Distance: 120 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'535 m ·Last eruption: 1853 ·Guatemala

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