M4.2 Depth: 26.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-01-24 01:20:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 24, 2026 at 01:20 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Perú (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

26.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-24 01:20:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Perú

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-14.34000, -76.74000

Temperature

23.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

26 km

26 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

Volcanoes nearby

Auquihuato, Cerro

Distance: 390 km ·Pyroclastic cone ·Elevation: 5'001 m ·Peru
Coropuna

Distance: 459 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 6'377 m ·Peru
Andahua-Orcopampa

Distance: 489 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 4'713 m ·Last eruption: 1490 ·Peru

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