M3.5 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near ALASKA PENINSULA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-16 17:43:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near ALASKA PENINSULA (United States) on December 16, 2025 at 17:43 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 227 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.3.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-16 17:43:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

emsc

Coordinates

57.12020, -157.64260

Temperature

-9.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.7 km)

Regional average: 15.7 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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