M3.1 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near Rabinal, Baja Verapaz (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2026-08-13 11:55:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near Rabinal, Baja Verapaz (Guatemala) on August 13, 2026 at 11:55 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-13 11:55:16 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

State

Baja Verapaz

City

Rabinal

County

Rabinal

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.15000, -90.57000

Temperature

12.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (31.9 km)

Regional average: 31.9 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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