M3.9 Depth: 55.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-12-16 16:05:26 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 16, 2025 at 16:05 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION (Ecuador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 55 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

55.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-16 16:05:26 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Loja

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-4.09000, -80.46000

Temperature

30.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

55 km

55 km — deeper than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 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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