M1.9 Depth: 53.6 km

M1.9 Earthquake near CYPRUS REGION (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 09:59:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.9 earthquake was recorded near CYPRUS REGION (Cyprus) on December 29, 2025 at 09:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 54 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.9

Depth

53.6 km

UTC time

2025-12-29 09:59:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Cyprus

City

Kypros

Source

emsc

Coordinates

35.07270, 33.23230

Temperature

9.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

53.6 km

53.6 km — deeper than the regional average (25.5 km)

Regional average: 25.5 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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Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex

Distance: 350 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye
Erciyes Volcanic Complex

Distance: 432 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'864 m ·Last eruption: -6880 ·Turkiye

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