M4.0 Depth: 52.2 km

M4.0 Earthquake near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-08-30 12:41:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near GUERRERO, MEXICO (Mexico) on August 30, 2025 at 12:41 UTC. With a focal depth of about 52 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

52.2 km

UTC time

2025-08-30 12:41:25 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Guerrero

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.87300, -100.76200

Temperature

22.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

52.2 km

52.2 km — close to 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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