M2.5 Depth: 3.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-07-13 00:35:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on July 13, 2025 at 00:35 UTC. With a focal depth of about 3 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

3.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-13 00:35:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

City

Departamento de Guatemala

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.48000, -90.66000

Temperature

18.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

3 km

3 km — shallower than the regional average (32.2 km)

Regional average: 32.2 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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