M4.4 Depth: 146.6 km

M4.4 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-08-31 03:14:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico) on August 31, 2025 at 03:14 UTC. At around 147 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

146.6 km

UTC time

2025-08-31 03:14:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Oaxaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.02100, -94.13000

Temperature

18.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

146.6 km

146.6 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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