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M3.9 Depth: 59.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 22:17:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 12, 2025 at 22:17 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.9
Depth
59.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-12 22:17:20 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Nicaragua
City
Rivas
Source
emsc
Coordinates
11.28000, -85.98000
Temperature
24.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 59 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 59 km
Shallow
59 km
59 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Concepcion
    Distance: 48 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Nicaragua
  • Zapatera
    Distance: 53 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua
  • Mombacho
    Distance: 61 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'344 m ·Nicaragua
  • Orosi
    Distance: 65 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'659 m ·Costa Rica
  • Granada
    Distance: 69 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: 250 m ·Nicaragua
  • Masaya
    Distance: 81 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 594 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Nicaragua

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