M3.0 Depth: 12.3 km

M3.0 Earthquake near NORTHWESTERN IRAN (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-11-08 12:22:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 8, 2025 at 12:22 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near NORTHWESTERN IRAN (Iran). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

12.3 km

UTC time

2025-11-08 12:22:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

dhstan chhrgan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.36810, 45.30480

Temperature

15.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12.3 km

12.3 km — close to the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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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