M3.5 Depth: 152.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-04 10:29:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on December 4, 2025 at 10:29 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 152 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

152.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-04 10:29:02 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Chinandega

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.07000, -87.74000

Temperature

25.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

152 km

152 km — deeper than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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