M4.0 Depth: 83.3 km

M4.0 Earthquake near OFFSHORE CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-09-01 04:32:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 1, 2025 at 04:32 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 83 km. 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

83.3 km

UTC time

2025-09-01 04:32:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.57800, -93.56400

Temperature

29.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

83.3 km

83.3 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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