M3.4 Depth: 47.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Diriamba, Carazo (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-01-31 01:07:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near Diriamba, Carazo (Nicaragua) on January 31, 2026 at 01:07 UTC. With a focal depth of about 47 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

47.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-31 01:07:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

State

Carazo

City

Diriamba

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.54000, -86.48000

Temperature

27.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

47 km

47 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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