M3.0 Depth: 155.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-14 22:33:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 14, 2025 at 22:33 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua). At around 155 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

155.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-14 22:33:24 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Rivas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.26760, -85.81790

Temperature

25.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

155 km

155 km — deeper than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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Concepcion

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