M4.8 Depth: 178.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Guatemala (Guatemala)

UTC time: 2025-07-10 14:38:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Guatemala (Guatemala) on July 10, 2025 at 14:38 UTC. At around 178 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

178.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-10 14:38:33 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Guatemala

City

Jutiapa

Source

gfz

Coordinates

14.22000, -89.96000

Temperature

31.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

178 km

178 km — deeper than the regional average (32.2 km)

Regional average: 32.2 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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