M3.2 Depth: 204.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near León (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-05-21 03:41:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near León (Nicaragua) on May 21, 2026 at 03:41 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 204 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M3.2

Depth

204.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-21 03:41:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

State

León

City

León

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.19000, -86.88000

Temperature

29.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

204 km

204 km — deeper than the regional average (99.4 km)

Regional average: 99.4 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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