M4.4 Depth: 97.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-10-17 10:48:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on October 17, 2025 at 10:48 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 97 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

97.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-17 10:48:52 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

León

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.15000, -86.84000

Temperature

27.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

97 km

97 km — close to the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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Momotombo

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Telica

Distance: 51 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'036 m ·Last eruption: 2025 ·Nicaragua
Apoyeque

Distance: 55 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 518 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Nicaragua
Nejapa-Miraflores

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