M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near 12 km NNW of Arta, Djibouti (Djibouti)

UTC time: 2025-07-28 05:30:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near 12 km NNW of Arta, Djibouti (Djibouti) on July 28, 2025 at 05:30 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-28 05:30:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Djibouti

Source

usgs

Coordinates

11.63530, 42.80980

Temperature

34.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (10 km)

Regional average: 10 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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