M4.6 Depth: 20.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Caucete, San Juan (Argentina)

UTC time: 2025-08-15 22:26:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near Caucete, San Juan (Argentina) on August 15, 2025 at 22:26 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 20 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USP. Argentina: 14 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

20.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-15 22:26:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Argentina

State

San Juan

City

Caucete

County

Caucete

Source

usp

Coordinates

-31.64692, -67.75347

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Depth profile

Shallow

20 km

20 km — shallower than the regional average (147 km)

Regional average: 147 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

Tupungatito

Distance: 275 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'660 m ·Last eruption: 1987 ·Chile-Argentina
San Jose

Distance: 311 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 6'070 m ·Last eruption: 1960 ·Chile-Argentina
Maipo

Distance: 341 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 5'323 m ·Last eruption: 1912 ·Chile-Argentina
Atuel, Caldera del

Distance: 385 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 5'189 m ·Argentina
Palomo

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Risco Plateado

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