M4.1 Depth: 148.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-09 02:35:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico) on September 9, 2025 at 02:35 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 148 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

148.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-09 02:35:24 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Chiapas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.77800, -93.75000

Temperature

19.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

148 km

148 km — deeper than the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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