M4.9 earthquake

South Atlantic Ocean

A magnitude 4.9 (light) earthquake struck South Atlantic Ocean on August 16, 2026 at 5:11 PM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

4.9 mb

Depth

10 km

When

August 16, 2026 at 5:11 PM UTC

Coordinates

-22.578°, -20.371°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.