M4.5 Depth: 39.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-05-12 06:03:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Perú (Peru) on May 12, 2026 at 06:03 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 39 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

39.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-12 06:03:09 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Perú

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-16.42160, -73.75140

Temperature

18.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

39 km

39 km — shallower than the regional average (64.3 km)

Regional average: 64.3 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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Coropuna

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Andahua-Orcopampa

Distance: 188 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 4'713 m ·Last eruption: 1490 ·Peru
Huambo

Distance: 192 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 4'554 m ·Last eruption: -700 ·Peru
Sabancaya

Distance: 214 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 5'960 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Peru
Misti, El

Distance: 251 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'793 m ·Last eruption: 1985 ·Peru

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