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M2.6 Depth: 29.0 km

M2.6 Earthquake near OFFSHORE GUATEMALA

UTC time: 2026-08-12 15:31:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 12, 2026 at 15:31 UTC, a magnitude M2.6 earthquake occurred near OFFSHORE GUATEMALA. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 29 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M2.6
Depth
29.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-12 15:31:59 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
13.49000, -90.54000
Temperature
30.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 29 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 29 km
Shallow
29 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

Volcanoes nearby

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  • Cuilapa-Barbarena
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  • Apaneca Range
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  • Jumaytepeque
    Distance: 99 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'802 m ·Guatemala
  • Pacaya
    Distance: 99 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'569 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·Guatemala

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