M4.5 Depth: 68.4 km

M4.5 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-06-20 10:01:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on June 20, 2025 at 10:01 UTC. With a focal depth of about 68 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

68.4 km

UTC time

2025-06-20 10:01:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

City

Escuintla

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.03160, -91.37720

Temperature

27.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

68.4 km

68.4 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

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Acatenango

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Santa Maria

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Agua

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