M4.2 Depth: 27.8 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OFFSHORE GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-10-10 12:58:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near OFFSHORE GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico) on October 10, 2025 at 12:58 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 28 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

27.8 km

UTC time

2025-10-10 12:58:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.23300, -101.02700

Temperature

27.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

27.8 km

27.8 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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