M4.4 Depth: 31.2 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 62 km W of Vallenar, Chile (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-05-21 02:02:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 21, 2025 at 02:02 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 62 km W of Vallenar, Chile (Chile). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 31 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Chile: 24 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.5.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

31.2 km

UTC time

2025-05-21 02:02:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Chile

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-28.61050, -71.39560

Temperature

15.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

31.2 km

31.2 km — shallower than the regional average (99.1 km)

Regional average: 99.1 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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