M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near NORTHERN IRAN (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-07-18 04:46:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near NORTHERN IRAN (Iran) on July 18, 2025 at 04:46 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-18 04:46:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

astan smnan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

36.53060, 55.01280

Temperature

32.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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Damavand

Distance: 268 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'670 m ·Last eruption: -5350 ·Iran

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