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M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 138 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala

UTC time: 2026-05-02 16:21:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 138 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala on May 2, 2026 at 16:21 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-02 16:21:05 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
12.67590, -90.85580
Temperature
29.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Moyuta
    Distance: 171 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'662 m ·Guatemala
  • Tecuamburro
    Distance: 172 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'845 m ·Last eruption: -960 ·Guatemala
  • Apaneca Range
    Distance: 179 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 2'028 m ·El Salvador
  • Izalco
    Distance: 183 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'950 m ·Last eruption: 1966 ·El Salvador
  • Santa Ana
    Distance: 186 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'381 m ·Last eruption: 2005 ·El Salvador
  • Cuilapa-Barbarena
    Distance: 190 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'454 m ·Guatemala

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