M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Timor Region (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2025-11-11 01:23:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Timor Region (Timor-Leste) on November 11, 2025 at 01:23 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 event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-11 01:23:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-8.38000, 127.41000

Temperature

27.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (23.8 km)

Regional average: 23.8 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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