M4.0 Depth: 97.2 km

M4.0 Earthquake near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-02 07:36:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico) on September 2, 2025 at 07:36 UTC. At around 97 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

97.2 km

UTC time

2025-09-02 07:36:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Chiapas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.37600, -92.99400

Temperature

28.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

97.2 km

97.2 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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