M4.0 Depth: 25.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-05-01 23:51:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near Perú (Peru) on May 1, 2026 at 23:51 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 25 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

25.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-01 23:51:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Perú

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-17.34000, -72.55000

Temperature

21.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

25 km

25 km — shallower than the regional average (63.9 km)

Regional average: 63.9 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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Huaynaputina

Distance: 198 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'679 m ·Last eruption: 1600 ·Peru
Coropuna

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Ubinas

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