M2.8 Depth: 32.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near Quepos, Puntarenas Province (Costa Rica)

UTC time: 2026-07-13 12:19:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 13, 2026 at 12:19 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near Quepos, Puntarenas Province (Costa Rica). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 32 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Costa Rica: 5 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

32.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-13 12:19:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Costa Rica

State

Puntarenas Province

City

Quepos

County

Quepos

Source

emsc

Coordinates

9.48930, -84.22970

Temperature

23.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

32 km

32 km — close to the regional average (27.1 km)

Regional average: 27.1 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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Poas

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Platanar

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Arenal

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