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M3.6 Depth: 216.1 km

M3.6 Earthquake near SALTA, ARGENTINA (Argentina)

UTC time: 2025-07-16 23:37:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near SALTA, ARGENTINA (Argentina) on July 16, 2025 at 23:37 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 216 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Argentina: 12 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.1.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
216.1 km
UTC time
2025-07-16 23:37:54 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Argentina
City
Salta
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-24.21000, -67.47000
Temperature
-0.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 216.1 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 216.1 km
Intermediate
216.1 km
216.1 km — deeper than the regional average (146.9 km)
Regional average: 146.9 km
Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

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    Distance: 33 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 6'095 m ·Argentina
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  • Cordon de Puntas Negras
    Distance: 52 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 5'852 m ·Chile
  • Miniques
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  • Pular
    Distance: 59 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 6'233 m ·Chile
  • Tujle, Cerro
    Distance: 65 km ·Maar ·Elevation: 3'550 m ·Chile

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