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M4.2 Depth: 9.5 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OFFSHORE OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-11-16 21:24:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 16, 2025 at 21:24 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
9.5 km
UTC time
2025-11-16 21:24:27 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.19700, -98.59900
Temperature
29.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9.5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9.5 km
Shallow
9.5 km
9.5 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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