M2.6 Depth: 4.0 km

M2.6 Earthquake near Cuilapa, Santa Rosa (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2026-08-27 21:38:26 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.6 earthquake was recorded near Cuilapa, Santa Rosa (Guatemala) on August 27, 2026 at 21:38 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.6

Depth

4.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-27 21:38:26 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

State

Santa Rosa

City

Cuilapa

Village

Guacamayitas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.32000, -90.22000

Temperature

25.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

4 km

4 km — shallower than the regional average (31.7 km)

Regional average: 31.7 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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