M4.0
Depth:
18.0 km
M4.0 Earthquake near CENTRAL PERU (Peru)
About this earthquake
On August 5, 2025 at 08:49 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near CENTRAL PERU (Peru). With a focal depth of about 18 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 EMSC. Peru: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 2 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.8.
Map
Depth profile
Shallow
18 km
18 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)
Regional average: 64.2 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
Historic earthquake map · Peru
Explore recent and long-term earthquake activity in this country. Use filters to narrow down by magnitude, depth, and date range.
Country statistics · Peru
View earthquake KPIs, strongest and latest events, and averages for this country.
Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
640
Country (24h)
Peru
2