M4.2 Depth: 84.2 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Tauría, Arequipa (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-01-15 18:30:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Tauría, Arequipa (Peru) on January 15, 2026 at 18:30 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 84 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

84.2 km

UTC time

2026-01-15 18:30:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

State

Arequipa

City

Tauría

Village

Tauría

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-15.42200, -73.12960

Temperature

12.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

84.2 km

84.2 km — deeper than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 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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