Back to map
M2.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA

UTC time: 2026-05-06 06:18:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.8 earthquake was recorded near OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA on May 6, 2026 at 06:18 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M2.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-06 06:18:57 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
10.56000, -86.32000
Temperature
28.5°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

  • Orosi
    Distance: 104 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'659 m ·Costa Rica
  • Rincon de la Vieja
    Distance: 112 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'729 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Costa Rica
  • Miravalles
    Distance: 129 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'028 m ·Last eruption: 1946 ·Costa Rica
  • Concepcion
    Distance: 133 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Nicaragua
  • Zapatera
    Distance: 141 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua
  • Tenorio
    Distance: 143 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'916 m ·Costa Rica

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
516
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share