M3.6 Depth: 9.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador)

UTC time: 2025-07-30 07:20:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador) on July 30, 2025 at 07:20 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 9 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

9.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-30 07:20:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

El Salvador

City

Ahuachapán

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.06000, -89.83000

Temperature

23.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

9 km

9 km — shallower than the regional average (53.8 km)

Regional average: 53.8 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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