M3.6 Depth: 158.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 12:50:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 12, 2025 at 12:50 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA (Nicaragua). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 158 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

158.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-12 12:50:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Chinandega

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.87000, -87.42000

Temperature

30.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

158 km

158 km — deeper than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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