M3.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near Patate, Tungurahua (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-03-24 17:46:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 24, 2026 at 17:46 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near Patate, Tungurahua (Ecuador). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-03-24 17:46:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Tungurahua

City

Patate

County

Patate

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.31000, -78.47000

Temperature

18.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 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

Volcanoes nearby

Tungurahua

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Licto

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Quilotoa

Distance: 70 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 3'914 m ·Last eruption: 1280 ·Ecuador
Cotopaxi

Distance: 70 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'911 m ·Last eruption: 2023 ·Ecuador
Iliniza

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