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M3.8 Depth: 42.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near OFF COAST OF NORTHERN PERU (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 00:25:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 29, 2025 at 00:25 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near OFF COAST OF NORTHERN PERU (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 42 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
M3.8
Depth
42.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-29 00:25:12 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Peru
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-9.03000, -79.18000
Temperature
19.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 42 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 42 km
Shallow
42 km
42 km — shallower than the regional average (64.3 km)
Regional average: 64.3 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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