M4.4 Depth: 81.6 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 22 km SSE of Masachapa, Nicaragua (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-16 04:55:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 16, 2025 at 04:55 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 22 km SSE of Masachapa, Nicaragua (Nicaragua). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 82 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

81.6 km

UTC time

2025-12-16 04:55:52 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Carazo

Source

usgs

Coordinates

11.59210, -86.45930

Temperature

27.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

81.6 km

81.6 km — shallower than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 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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Granada

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Apoyeque

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