M2.9 Depth: 35.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-12-13 23:38:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador) on December 13, 2025 at 23:38 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-13 23:38:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Guayas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.53000, -79.52000

Temperature

24.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — close to the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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