M2.9 Depth: 1.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-07-09 16:17:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on July 9, 2025 at 16:17 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-09 16:17:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

City

Escuintla

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.27000, -90.71000

Temperature

24.1°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 km — shallower than the regional average (32.2 km)

Regional average: 32.2 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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