M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near The Netherlands (Netherlands)

UTC time: 2025-11-14 00:16:40 UTC Local time: —

M4.0 earthquake near Groningen on Nov 14, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.0 Earthquake near The Netherlands (Netherlands) · 2025-11-14 00:16:40 UTC

About this earthquake

On November 14, 2025 at 00:16 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near The Netherlands (Netherlands). 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.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-14 00:16:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Netherlands

City

Groningen

Source

gfz

Coordinates

53.39000, 6.68000

Temperature

10.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (14.8 km)

Regional average: 14.8 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

West Eifel Volcanic Field

Distance: 358 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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