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M4.2 Depth: 105.1 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-10-20 22:13:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 20, 2025 at 22:13 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). At around 105 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
105.1 km
UTC time
2025-10-20 22:13:44 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
Oaxaca
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.95600, -95.22800
Temperature
24.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 105.1 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 105.1 km
Intermediate
105.1 km
105.1 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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