M3.1 Depth: 5.1 km

M3.1 Earthquake near ICELAND REGION (Iceland)

UTC time: 2025-10-22 04:50:29 UTC Local time: —

M3.1 earthquake near ICELAND REGION on Oct 22, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.1 Earthquake near ICELAND REGION (Iceland) · 2025-10-22 04:50:29 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near ICELAND REGION (Iceland) on October 22, 2025 at 04:50 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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

M3.1

Depth

5.1 km

UTC time

2025-10-22 04:50:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iceland

Source

emsc

Coordinates

63.92200, -22.06800

Temperature

-2.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5.1 km

5.1 km — close to the regional average (6.7 km)

Regional average: 6.7 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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