M4.1 Depth: 39.9 km

M4.1 Earthquake near OFFSHORE VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-05-17 23:01:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near OFFSHORE VERACRUZ, MEXICO (Mexico) on May 17, 2025 at 23:01 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 40 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

M4.1

Depth

39.9 km

UTC time

2025-05-17 23:01:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Veracruz

Source

emsc

Coordinates

18.16200, -94.34900

Temperature

29.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

39.9 km

39.9 km — close to the regional average (46.1 km)

Regional average: 46.1 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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