M3.6 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near GULF OF PARIA, VENEZUELA (Venezuela)

UTC time: 2025-08-12 07:25:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 12, 2025 at 07:25 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near GULF OF PARIA, VENEZUELA (Venezuela). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-12 07:25:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Venezuela

City

Sucre

Source

emsc

Coordinates

10.63900, -61.97100

Temperature

28.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 km — shallower than the regional average (24.5 km)

Regional average: 24.5 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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