M4.4 Depth: 227.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Pomata, Puno (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-01-13 14:03:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 13, 2026 at 14:03 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near Pomata, Puno (Peru). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 227 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

227.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-13 14:03:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Puno

City

Pomata

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-16.33000, -69.38000

Temperature

12.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

227 km

227 km — deeper than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 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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