M3.3 Depth: 199.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Curaray, Pastaza (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2026-01-27 17:58:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near Curaray, Pastaza (Ecuador) on January 27, 2026 at 17:58 UTC. At around 199 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

199.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-27 17:58:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

State

Pastaza

City

Curaray

County

Arajuno

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-1.43000, -77.59000

Temperature

27.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

199 km

199 km — deeper than the regional average (41.3 km)

Regional average: 41.3 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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