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M2.9 Depth: 5.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near OFFSHORE BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO

UTC time: 2026-04-03 03:05:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near OFFSHORE BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO on April 3, 2026 at 03:05 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M2.9
Depth
5.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-03 03:05:41 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.93010, -117.07500
Temperature
16.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
Shallow
5 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Salton Buttes
    Distance: 196 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: -40 m ·Last eruption: 210 ·United States
  • San Luis, Isla
    Distance: 335 km ·Tuff cone ·Elevation: 183 m ·Last eruption: -1141 ·Mexico
  • Pinacate
    Distance: 338 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'183 m ·Mexico
  • Jaraguay Volcanic Field
    Distance: 380 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 960 m ·Mexico
  • San Borja Volcanic Field
    Distance: 497 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'360 m ·Mexico

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