M4.0 Depth: 69.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near CENTRAL PERU (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-06-18 15:17:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near CENTRAL PERU (Peru) on June 18, 2025 at 15:17 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 69 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

69.0 km

UTC time

2025-06-18 15:17:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Ica

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-13.80000, -75.82000

Temperature

21.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

69 km

69 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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