M3.1 Depth: 18.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near PANAMA-COSTA RICA BORDER REGION (Costa Rica)

UTC time: 2025-11-08 07:51:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 8, 2025 at 07:51 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near PANAMA-COSTA RICA BORDER REGION (Costa Rica). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Costa Rica: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

18.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-08 07:51:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Costa Rica

City

Guaycará

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.75310, -83.02310

Temperature

22.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

18 km

18 km — shallower than the regional average (27.1 km)

Regional average: 27.1 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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