M4.1 Depth: 37.8 km

M4.1 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-22 03:31:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 22, 2025 at 03:31 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 38 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

37.8 km

UTC time

2025-09-22 03:31:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Oaxaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.85400, -96.13100

Temperature

21.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

37.8 km

37.8 km — close to 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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