M4.0 Depth: 146.2 km

M4.0 Earthquake near VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-08-31 17:17:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico) on August 31, 2025 at 17:17 UTC. At around 146 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. 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

M4.0

Depth

146.2 km

UTC time

2025-08-31 17:17:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Veracruz

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.54700, -94.79000

Temperature

31.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

146.2 km

146.2 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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