M3.9 Depth: 98.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near Calingasta, San Juan (Argentina)

UTC time: 2026-07-16 13:27:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.9 earthquake was recorded near Calingasta, San Juan (Argentina) on July 16, 2026 at 13:27 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 98 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Argentina: 11 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

98.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-16 13:27:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Argentina

State

San Juan

City

Calingasta

County

Calingasta

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-31.47000, -69.33000

Temperature

8.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

98 km

98 km — shallower than the regional average (147 km)

Regional average: 147 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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