M3.4 Depth: 112.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2025-10-17 21:15:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near NICARAGUA (Nicaragua) on October 17, 2025 at 21:15 UTC. At around 112 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

M3.4

Depth

112.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-17 21:15:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

City

León

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.29000, -86.95000

Temperature

26.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

112 km

112 km — close to the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 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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