M3.4 Depth: 1.6 km

M3.4 Earthquake near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador)

UTC time: 2025-12-24 02:13:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador) on December 24, 2025 at 02:13 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 2 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

1.6 km

UTC time

2025-12-24 02:13:00 UTC

Local time

—

Country

El Salvador

City

Usulután

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.51330, -88.52600

Temperature

18.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1.6 km

1.6 km — shallower than the regional average (53.8 km)

Regional average: 53.8 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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