M3.8 Depth: 4.1 km

M3.8 Earthquake near GOLFO DE FONSECA, HONDURAS (Honduras)

UTC time: 2025-08-06 00:46:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near GOLFO DE FONSECA, HONDURAS (Honduras) on August 6, 2025 at 00:46 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

4.1 km

UTC time

2025-08-06 00:46:00 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Honduras

City

Valle

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.29300, -87.70720

Temperature

26.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

4.1 km

4.1 km — shallower than the regional average (27.8 km)

Regional average: 27.8 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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