M4.0 Depth: 300.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 13:33:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on December 12, 2025 at 13:33 UTC. At roughly 300 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

300.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-12 13:33:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

Matagalpa

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.89740, -86.20620

Temperature

27.5°C

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Depth profile

Deep

300 km

300 km — deeper than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 km

Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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