M3.9 Depth: 56.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-11-24 01:59:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 24, 2025 at 01:59 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). With a focal depth of about 56 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

56.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-24 01:59:39 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Guayas

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.03000, -80.02000

Temperature

21.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

56 km

56 km — deeper 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

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