M3.3 Depth: 6.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Svalbard (Norway)

UTC time: 2026-08-08 21:52:04 UTC Local time: —

M3.3 earthquake near Svalbard on Aug 8, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.3 Earthquake near Svalbard (Norway) · 2026-08-08 21:52:04 UTC

About this earthquake

On August 8, 2026 at 21:52 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Svalbard (Norway). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

6.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-08 21:52:04 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Norway

City

Svalbard

Source

emsc

Coordinates

77.96260, 13.47230

Temperature

3.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

6 km

6 km — shallower than the regional average (9.8 km)

Regional average: 9.8 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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