M3.8 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-10-20 06:27:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on October 20, 2025 at 06:27 UTC. With a focal depth of about 1 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-20 06:27:09 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Nueva Segovia

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.92000, -86.07000

Temperature

20.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 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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