M4.8 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Near Coast of Peru (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-07-08 11:40:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Near Coast of Peru (Peru) on July 8, 2025 at 11:40 UTC. With a focal depth of about 50 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.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

50.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-08 11:40:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-13.66000, -76.28000

Temperature

16.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

50 km

50 km — shallower than the regional average (64.4 km)

Regional average: 64.4 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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