M3.0 Depth: 2.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near La Plata, Zacapa (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2026-07-15 23:50:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 15, 2026 at 23:50 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near La Plata, Zacapa (Guatemala). With a focal depth of about 2 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

2.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-15 23:50:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

State

Zacapa

City

La Plata

County

Gualán

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.16000, -89.22000

Temperature

21.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

2 km

2 km — shallower than the regional average (31.7 km)

Regional average: 31.7 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

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