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M2.8 Depth: 5.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 19:27:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.8 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on December 29, 2025 at 19:27 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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
M2.8
Depth
5.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-29 19:27:23 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Guatemala
City
Santa Rosa
Source
emsc
Coordinates
14.32000, -90.23000
Temperature
19.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 km
5 km — shallower 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

  • Jumaytepeque
    Distance: 5 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'802 m ·Guatemala
  • Cuilapa-Barbarena
    Distance: 18 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'454 m ·Guatemala
  • Flores
    Distance: 26 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'600 m ·Guatemala
  • Tecuamburro
    Distance: 26 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'845 m ·Last eruption: -960 ·Guatemala
  • Moyuta
    Distance: 35 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'662 m ·Guatemala
  • Tahual
    Distance: 38 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'716 m ·Guatemala

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