M3.9 Depth: 30.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near OFFSHORE CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-08-18 05:52:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 18, 2025 at 05:52 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico). With a focal depth of about 30 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

30.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-18 05:52:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.50000, -92.28000

Temperature

27.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

30 km

30 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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