Back to map
M4.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near SAN JUAN, ARGENTINA

UTC time: 2026-05-02 00:41:51 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near SAN JUAN, ARGENTINA on May 2, 2026 at 00:41 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-02 00:41:51 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-30.86000, -67.18000
Temperature
19.0°C

Map

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

  • Tupungatito
    Distance: 377 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'660 m ·Last eruption: 1987 ·Chile-Argentina
  • San Jose
    Distance: 414 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 6'070 m ·Last eruption: 1960 ·Chile-Argentina
  • Tipas
    Distance: 429 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 6'658 m ·Argentina
  • Ojos del Salado, Nevados
    Distance: 438 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 6'879 m ·Last eruption: 750 ·Chile-Argentina
  • Incahuasi, Nevado de
    Distance: 439 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 6'638 m ·Chile-Argentina
  • Solo, El
    Distance: 443 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 6'205 m ·Chile-Argentina

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
655
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share