M4.5 Depth: 68.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Central Peru (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-05-13 07:10:51 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Central Peru (Peru) on May 13, 2025 at 07:10 UTC. With a focal depth of about 68 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

68.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-13 07:10:51 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Cusco

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-14.45000, -72.22000

Temperature

1.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

68 km

68 km — close to the regional average (64.6 km)

Regional average: 64.6 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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