M3.9 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-05-27 08:56:37 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 27, 2025 at 08:56 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-27 08:56:37 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Manabí

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-0.96000, -80.40000

Temperature

22.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 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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