M4.0 Depth: 11.7 km

M4.0 Earthquake near OFFSHORE GUERRERO, MEXICO

UTC time: 2025-09-23 04:35:46 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On September 23, 2025 at 04:35 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE GUERRERO, MEXICO. With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
11.7 km
UTC time
2025-09-23 04:35:46 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.01900, -98.72800
Temperature
27.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 11.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 11.7 km
Shallow
11.7 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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    Distance: 350 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'938 m ·Last eruption: 399 ·Mexico
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  • Malinche, La
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