M2.9 Depth: 21.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-10-23 03:44:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 23, 2025 at 03:44 UTC, a magnitude M2.9 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA (Nicaragua). With a focal depth of about 21 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

21.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-23 03:44:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Chinandega

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.62000, -87.50000

Temperature

28.1°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

21 km

21 km — shallower than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 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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