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M4.4 Depth: 216.4 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 13 km WNW of Juliaca, Peru (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-09-21 17:21:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 21, 2025 at 17:21 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 13 km WNW of Juliaca, Peru (Peru). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 216 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
216.4 km
UTC time
2025-09-21 17:21:48 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Peru
City
Puno
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-15.43460, -70.23640
Temperature
20.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 216.4 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 216.4 km
Intermediate
216.4 km
216.4 km — deeper than the regional average (64.2 km)
Regional average: 64.2 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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