M3.5 Depth: 151.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near Diriamba, Carazo (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-08-30 19:59:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near Diriamba, Carazo (Nicaragua) on August 30, 2026 at 19:59 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 151 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

151.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-30 19:59:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

State

Carazo

City

Diriamba

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.83000, -86.24000

Temperature

33.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

151 km

151 km — deeper than the regional average (101.7 km)

Regional average: 101.7 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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