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M4.4 Depth: 44.8 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 37 km NNW of Tamarindo, Costa Rica

UTC time: 2025-04-08 13:02:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near 37 km NNW of Tamarindo, Costa Rica on April 8, 2025 at 13:02 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 45 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
44.8 km
UTC time
2025-04-08 13:02:15 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
10.60310, -86.00110

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 44.8 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 44.8 km
Shallow
44.8 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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    Distance: 77 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'729 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Costa Rica
  • Miravalles
    Distance: 94 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'028 m ·Last eruption: 1946 ·Costa Rica
  • Tenorio
    Distance: 108 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'916 m ·Costa Rica
  • Concepcion
    Distance: 112 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Nicaragua
  • Zapatera
    Distance: 127 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 629 m ·Nicaragua

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