M2.6 Depth: 133.0 km

M2.6 Earthquake near San Rafael del Sur, Managua (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-05-22 05:40:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 22, 2026 at 05:40 UTC, a magnitude M2.6 earthquake occurred near San Rafael del Sur, Managua (Nicaragua). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 133 km. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.6

Depth

133.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-22 05:40:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

State

Managua

City

San Rafael del Sur

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.69000, -86.53000

Temperature

28.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

133 km

133 km — deeper than the regional average (99.4 km)

Regional average: 99.4 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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