M3.6 Depth: 6.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador)

UTC time: 2025-05-20 08:14:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2025 at 08:14 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near EL SALVADOR (El Salvador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

6.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-20 08:14:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

El Salvador

City

La Unión

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.32000, -87.94000

Temperature

24.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

6 km

6 km — shallower than the regional average (53.8 km)

Regional average: 53.8 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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