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M2.5 Depth: 44.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-10-08 13:09:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on October 8, 2025 at 13:09 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 44 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M2.5
Depth
44.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-08 13:09:27 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Guatemala
City
Jutiapa
Source
emsc
Coordinates
14.37000, -89.77000
Temperature
19.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 44 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 44 km
Shallow
44 km
44 km — deeper than the regional average (32.2 km)
Regional average: 32.2 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

  • Suchitan
    Distance: 4 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 2'042 m ·Guatemala
  • Ixtepeque
    Distance: 11 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'292 m ·Guatemala
  • Santiago, Cerro
    Distance: 12 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'192 m ·Guatemala
  • Tahual
    Distance: 16 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'716 m ·Guatemala
  • Flores
    Distance: 25 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'600 m ·Guatemala
  • Chingo
    Distance: 28 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'775 m ·Guatemala-El Salvador

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