M3.6 Depth: 43.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-04-17 01:50:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near Perú (Peru) on April 17, 2026 at 01:50 UTC. With a focal depth of about 43 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

43.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-17 01:50:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Perú

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-17.10000, -72.63000

Temperature

21.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

43 km

43 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 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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