M3.9 Depth: 41.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-02-09 23:10:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.9 earthquake was recorded near Perú (Peru) on February 9, 2026 at 23:10 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 41 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

41.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-09 23:10:09 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Perú

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-16.99000, -72.77000

Temperature

23.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

41 km

41 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 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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Misti, El

Distance: 164 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'793 m ·Last eruption: 1985 ·Peru
Sabancaya

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Andahua-Orcopampa

Distance: 181 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 4'713 m ·Last eruption: 1490 ·Peru
Huaynaputina

Distance: 208 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'679 m ·Last eruption: 1600 ·Peru

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