M3.6 Depth: 35.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF SOUTHERN PERU (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-05-13 16:16:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 13, 2025 at 16:16 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF SOUTHERN PERU (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-13 16:16:23 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-16.49000, -74.07000

Temperature

18.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — shallower than the regional average (64.3 km)

Regional average: 64.3 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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