M3.9 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-08-04 17:59:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.9 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on August 4, 2025 at 17:59 UTC. 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

1.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-04 17:59:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

City

Alta Verapaz

Source

emsc

Coordinates

15.46000, -90.44000

Temperature

24.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

1 km

1 km — shallower than the regional average (32.2 km)

Regional average: 32.2 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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