M2.0 Depth: 11.8 km

M2.0 Earthquake near 31 km NE of Ensenada, B.C., MX (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-08-03 17:04:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 3, 2025 at 17:04 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near 31 km NE of Ensenada, B.C., MX (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

11.8 km

UTC time

2025-08-03 17:04:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Baja California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

32.03900, -116.36300

Temperature

33.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

11.8 km

11.8 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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