M4.0 Depth: 78.6 km

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

UTC time: 2025-07-23 04:57:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near OFFSHORE CHIAPAS, MEXICO (Mexico) on July 23, 2025 at 04:57 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 79 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

78.6 km

UTC time

2025-07-23 04:57:11 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.10200, -93.01200

Temperature

29.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

78.6 km

78.6 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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