M2.9 Depth: 26.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near Pochuta, Chimaltenango (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2026-08-24 07:05:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 24, 2026 at 07:05 UTC, a magnitude M2.9 earthquake occurred near Pochuta, Chimaltenango (Guatemala). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

26.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-24 07:05:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

State

Chimaltenango

City

Pochuta

County

Pochuta

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.55000, -91.07000

Temperature

17.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

26 km

26 km — close to 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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