M4.6 Depth: 29.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF CENTRAL PERU (Peru)

UTC time: 2025-05-28 16:44:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near NEAR COAST OF CENTRAL PERU (Peru) on May 28, 2025 at 16:44 UTC. With a focal depth of about 29 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

29.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-28 16:44:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-15.03000, -75.78000

Temperature

17.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

29 km

29 km — shallower than the regional average (64.3 km)

Regional average: 64.3 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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