M2.0 Depth: 0.1 km

M2.0 Earthquake near PORTUGAL (Portugal)

UTC time: 2025-06-27 08:17:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.0 earthquake was recorded near PORTUGAL (Portugal) on June 27, 2025 at 08:17 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

0.1 km

UTC time

2025-06-27 08:17:08 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Palmela

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.57900, -8.73500

Temperature

30.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

0.1 km

0.1 km — shallower than the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 410 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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