M4.1 Depth: 3.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near OFFSHORE GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-12-13 16:15:45 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On December 13, 2025 at 16:15 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 3 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
3.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-13 16:15:45 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.92600, -100.49900
Temperature
29.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 3 km
Shallow
3 km
3 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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