M4.6 Depth: 39.7 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Sechura, Piura (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-08-11 08:00:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 11, 2026 at 08:00 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near Sechura, Piura (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 40 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

39.7 km

UTC time

2026-08-11 08:00:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Piura

City

Sechura

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-5.86820, -81.01160

Temperature

21.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

39.7 km

39.7 km — shallower than the regional average (64.6 km)

Regional average: 64.6 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

Tectonic context

Located on the South America Plate.

Near the boundary Nazca ↔ South America · about 105 km away

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