M4.2 Depth: 9.8 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-08-07 07:20:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 7, 2025 at 07:20 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

9.8 km

UTC time

2025-08-07 07:20:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Oaxaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.72600, -94.59000

Temperature

26.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

9.8 km

9.8 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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