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Recent Earthquakes in Mexico

6 earthquakes today, 131 in the last 7 days, 411 in the last 30 days, most recently 9 hours ago.

As of 8 September 2026, 6 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Mexico in the past 24 hours, 131 in the last 7 days and 411 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 5.7 event near Offshore Chiapas, Mexico at 10 km depth on 18 August 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.

Today
6
Last 7 days
131
Last 30 days
411
Strongest recent
M 5.7
Most recent
9 hours ago

Mexico’s Pacific coast sits above the Cocos plate subduction zone, the source of its largest and most destructive earthquakes. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Mexico - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.

Whether you are checking for a quake that happened just now, looking for a USGS-style earthquake map for Mexico, tracking tremors and seismic activity over the last 7 days, or watching for a big or major earthquake, this page stays current. For instant earthquake alerts in Mexico - the moment a quake strikes near you - the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and region rules.

Latest earthquakes in Mexico

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Did people in Mexico feel recent earthquakes?

These recent earthquakes in Mexico were felt by people nearby - see how many reported feeling each one.

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Earthquakes in Mexico: in the news

HighThe Independent World· Jul 18, 2026

Powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake in Mexico leaves no immediate damage

A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck Mexico's southern coast, affecting a wide region but causing no immediate fatalities or damage.

Mexico's southern Pacific coast

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Watching Mexico from abroad?

Many people reading this page are not in Mexico - they are checking on family, friends or colleagues who are. Here is what the most significant recent earthquake actually means, in plain terms.

How strong was it
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake near 71 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico on 02/09/2026, 12:28:31 - a moderate earthquake, widely felt and capable of light damage to vulnerable buildings near the epicentre. The USGS PAGER impact estimate for this event was green, meaning no or minimal expected casualties and economic losses.
Was it widely felt
No felt reports have been submitted for this earthquake yet. That is common for events offshore, at depth, or away from populated areas.
What happens next
111 further earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above have been recorded in Mexico since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
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Earthquakes in Mexico: frequently asked questions

Were there any earthquakes in Mexico today?

Yes - 6 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Mexico in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 3.4 near Offshore Chiapas, Mexico. See the live map above for today's activity.

How many earthquakes were there in Mexico yesterday?

23 earthquakes were recorded in or near Mexico in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.

How many earthquakes have there been in Mexico this week (last 7 days)?

131 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Mexico in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.

How many earthquakes have there been in Mexico in the last 30 days?

411 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Mexico in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.7.

Are there earthquakes in Mexico?

Yes. Mexico is seismically active - 411 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Mexico in the last 30 days. Mexico’s Pacific coast sits above the Cocos plate subduction zone, the source of its largest and most destructive earthquakes.

What was the most recent earthquake in Mexico?

The most recent earthquake in Mexico was a magnitude 3.4 event near Offshore Chiapas, Mexico at a depth of 16 km.

What is the strongest recent earthquake in Mexico?

The strongest earthquake in the recent Mexico feed was magnitude 5.7, located near Offshore Chiapas, Mexico.

Is Mexico in an earthquake zone?

Mexico’s Pacific coast sits above the Cocos plate subduction zone, the source of its largest and most destructive earthquakes.

How many earthquakes does Mexico get per year?

The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Mexico's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 411 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Mexico’s Pacific coast sits above the Cocos plate subduction zone, the source of its largest and most destructive earthquakes. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.

Is there a tsunami warning for Mexico?

Major undersea earthquakes near Mexico can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/mexico for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Mexico.

Is there an earthquake alert app for Mexico?

Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Mexico, with custom magnitude and region rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. It also offers a live map, "Did You Feel It" community reports and tsunami warnings. Download it at quakemate.app/download.

What is the best app to track earthquakes in Mexico?

QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Mexico: real-time data from USGS, EMSC and regional networks, instant push alerts, a live map, magnitude and depth for every event, and community felt reports. Available on iOS at quakemate.app/download.

Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Mexico?

QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Mexico on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time, and links to a permalink page - a faster, mobile-friendly way to read the same USGS data.

Has there been a big earthquake in Mexico recently?

The strongest recent earthquake in or near Mexico was magnitude 5.7 near Offshore Chiapas, Mexico. That is a moderate earthquake that can be widely felt. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.

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Get earthquake alerts for Mexico

QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.

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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.