M2.8 Depth: 93.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-07-30 22:10:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.8 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on July 30, 2025 at 22:10 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 93 km. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

93.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-30 22:10:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Managua

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.38000, -86.24000

Temperature

27.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

93 km

93 km — close to the regional average (99.4 km)

Regional average: 99.4 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

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