M3.9 Depth: 94.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador)

UTC time: 2025-07-07 17:20:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 7, 2025 at 17:20 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near NEAR COAST OF ECUADOR (Ecuador). At around 94 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

94.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-07 17:20:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Ecuador

City

Azuay

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.68000, -79.51000

Temperature

26.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

94 km

94 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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