M2.9 Depth: 108.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near Calingasta, San Juan (Argentina)

UTC time: 2026-07-24 03:15:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near Calingasta, San Juan (Argentina) on July 24, 2026 at 03:15 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 108 km. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Argentina: 9 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

108.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-24 03:15:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Argentina

State

San Juan

City

Calingasta

County

Calingasta

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-31.75000, -69.45000

Temperature

-12.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

108 km

108 km — shallower than the regional average (146.7 km)

Regional average: 146.7 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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