M3.2 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Totogalpa, Madriz (Nicaragua)

UTC time: 2026-01-31 14:06:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near Totogalpa, Madriz (Nicaragua) on January 31, 2026 at 14:06 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.2

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-31 14:06:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Nicaragua

State

Madriz

City

Totogalpa

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.57000, -86.49000

Temperature

24.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (102.7 km)

Regional average: 102.7 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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