M4.9 Depth: 82.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Huarasaca, Ayacucho (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-01-09 21:36:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 9, 2026 at 21:36 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Huarasaca, Ayacucho (Peru). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 82 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

82.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-09 21:36:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Ayacucho

City

Huarasaca

Village

Huarasaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-14.59200, -74.85300

Temperature

21.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

82 km

82 km — deeper than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 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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