M3.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.9 Earthquake near ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA REGION (Antigua & Barbuda)

UTC time: 2025-05-25 13:00:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 25, 2025 at 13:00 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA REGION (Antigua & Barbuda). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-25 13:00:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Antigua & Barbuda

City

Barbuda

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.67700, -61.58900

Temperature

27.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (23.7 km)

Regional average: 23.7 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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