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M3.2 Depth: 1.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near GUATEMALA (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-10-28 10:53:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near GUATEMALA (Guatemala) on October 28, 2025 at 10:53 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.2
Depth
1.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-28 10:53:34 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Guatemala
City
Alta Verapaz
Source
emsc
Coordinates
15.29000, -89.93000
Temperature
18.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 1 km
Shallow
1 km
1 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Tahual
    Distance: 96 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'716 m ·Guatemala
  • Suchitan
    Distance: 100 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 2'042 m ·Guatemala
  • Ixtepeque
    Distance: 100 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'292 m ·Guatemala
  • Santiago, Cerro
    Distance: 107 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'192 m ·Guatemala
  • Flores
    Distance: 109 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'600 m ·Guatemala
  • Jumaytepeque
    Distance: 112 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'802 m ·Guatemala

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