M3.0 Depth: 114.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-24 01:03:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on December 24, 2025 at 01:03 UTC. At around 114 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

114.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-24 01:03:06 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

León

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.28000, -86.96000

Temperature

25.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

114 km

114 km — close to 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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