M4.1 Depth: 62.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near Agua Salada, Arequipa (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-05-04 05:08:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 4, 2026 at 05:08 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near Agua Salada, Arequipa (Peru). With a focal depth of about 62 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

62.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-04 05:08:33 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Arequipa

City

Agua Salada

Village

Agua Salada

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-15.78000, -74.45000

Temperature

18.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

62 km

62 km — close to 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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