M3.0 Depth: 48.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-08-02 21:53:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on August 2, 2025 at 21:53 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 48 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

48.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-02 21:53:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Managua

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.65000, -86.52000

Temperature

30.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

48 km

48 km — shallower than the regional average (99.4 km)

Regional average: 99.4 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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Mombacho

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Granada

Distance: 65 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: 250 m ·Nicaragua
Apoyeque

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Zapatera

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