M4.6 Earthquake 117 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua — May 31, 2026
2026-05-31 10:51:46 UTC (50 min ago) · approx. 4:51 AM UTC-6 local
On May 31, 2026 at 10:51 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 117 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 12.0691°, -88.2835°. This earthquake was detected by 54 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-88.2835°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Jiquilillo, Nicaragua?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 117 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua on May 31, 2026 at 10:51 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 12.0691°, -88.2835°, which is 117 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000spn5). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, May 31, 2026). M4.6 Earthquake 117 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua — May 31, 2026. Retrieved May 31, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000spn5/