M3.0 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 18:13:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on December 29, 2025 at 18:13 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-29 18:13:06 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Rivas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.43000, -85.33000

Temperature

28.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 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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Concepcion

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