Back to map
M4.2 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near SOUTHWESTERN RYUKYU ISL., JAPAN

UTC time: 2026-04-03 09:53:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near SOUTHWESTERN RYUKYU ISL., JAPAN on April 3, 2026 at 09:53 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 50 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
50.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-03 09:53:30 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
25.00000, 125.60000
Temperature
24.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 50 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 50 km
Shallow
50 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Submarine Volcano NNE of Iriomotejima
    Distance: 175 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -200 m ·Last eruption: 1924 ·Japan
  • Kueishantao
    Distance: 368 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 361 m ·Last eruption: 1853 ·Taiwan
  • Tatun Volcanic Group
    Distance: 408 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'120 m ·Last eruption: 648 ·Taiwan
  • Io-Torishima
    Distance: 413 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 212 m ·Last eruption: 1968 ·Japan

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
597
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share