M2.6 Depth: 4.0 km

M2.6 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-10-15 16:20:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.6 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on October 15, 2025 at 16:20 UTC. With a focal depth of about 4 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.6

Depth

4.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-15 16:20:25 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Estelí

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.00000, -86.25000

Temperature

31.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4 km

4 km — shallower than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 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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