Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 28 km N of Chilecito, Argentina
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 28 km N of Chilecito, Argentina at Jan 4, 2026, 22:29 UTC, at a depth of 118 km. The epicentre was 29 km (18 mi) N of Chilecito.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Jan 4, 2026, 22:29 UTC |
| Depth | 117.7 km |
| Coordinates | -28.901, -67.482 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 38 km NE of Chilecito, Argentina | 22 km / 14 mi | depth 128 km | |
| 5.3 | 47 km NNE of Chilecito, Argentina | 23 km / 14 mi | depth 121 km | |
| 4.6 | 42 km ESE of Tinogasta, Argentina | 87 km / 54 mi | depth 126 km | |
| 4.6 | 61 km WSW of Chilecito, Argentina | 83 km / 51 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.0 | 71 km WSW of Chilecito, Argentina | 92 km / 57 mi | depth 35 km | |
| 4.2 | 42 km N of Chilecito, Argentina | 14 km / 9 mi | depth 122 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.