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M4.1 Depth: 18.2 km

M4.1 Earthquake near México (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-03-26 07:35:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 26, 2026 at 07:35 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near México (Mexico). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Mexico: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.1.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
18.2 km
UTC time
2026-03-26 07:35:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
México
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.86200, -100.12400
Temperature
26.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 18.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 18.2 km
Shallow
18.2 km
18.2 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

Volcanoes nearby

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    Distance: 253 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'680 m ·Last eruption: -1350 ·Mexico
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    Distance: 273 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'938 m ·Last eruption: 399 ·Mexico
  • Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo
    Distance: 283 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'500 m ·Last eruption: -3050 ·Mexico
  • Popocatepetl
    Distance: 288 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 5'393 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Mexico
  • Iztaccihuatl
    Distance: 302 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'230 m ·Mexico
  • Jocotitlan
    Distance: 322 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'911 m ·Last eruption: 1270 ·Mexico

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