M4.0 Depth: 41.2 km

M4.0 Earthquake near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-20 23:11:53 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico) on May 20, 2025 at 23:11 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 41 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
M4.0
Depth
41.2 km
UTC time
2025-05-20 23:11:53 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
17.63000, -101.33400
Temperature
28.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 41.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 41.2 km
Shallow
41.2 km
41.2 km — close to the regional average (46.1 km)
Regional average: 46.1 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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