M4.0 Depth: 2.7 km

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

UTC time: 2025-07-16 07:40:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 16, 2025 at 07:40 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 3 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. 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

2.7 km

UTC time

2025-07-16 07:40:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Oaxaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.20100, -98.11700

Temperature

28.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

2.7 km

2.7 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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