M3.7 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near SUCRE, VENEZUELA (Venezuela)

UTC time: 2026-01-01 16:11:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 1, 2026 at 16:11 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near SUCRE, VENEZUELA (Venezuela). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-01 16:11:06 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Venezuela

City

Sucre

Source

emsc

Coordinates

10.70100, -61.99600

Temperature

27.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 km — shallower than the regional average (24.5 km)

Regional average: 24.5 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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