M3.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Sébaco, Matagalpa (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-06-04 23:43:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Sébaco, Matagalpa (Nicaragua) on June 4, 2026 at 23:43 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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

M3.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-04 23:43:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

State

Matagalpa

City

Sébaco

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.82000, -86.08000

Temperature

21.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (100.3 km)

Regional average: 100.3 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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