M3.8 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.8 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-08-22 02:06:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 22, 2025 at 02:06 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near GUATEMALA (Guatemala). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.8

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-22 02:06:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

City

Jutiapa

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.06000, -89.81000

Temperature

23.5°C

Map

Depth profile

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

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