M3.6 Depth: 13.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-08-06 19:41:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near ECUADOR (Ecuador) on August 6, 2025 at 19:41 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 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

13.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-06 19:41:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-0.19000, -78.39000

Temperature

18.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

13 km

13 km — shallower 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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