M4.2 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Marcavelica, Piura (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-01-13 03:02:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Marcavelica, Piura (Peru) on January 13, 2026 at 03:02 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-13 03:02:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Piura

City

Marcavelica

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-4.82000, -80.83000

Temperature

20.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 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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