M3.4 Depth: 4.4 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Strait of Gibraltar (Morocco)

UTC time: 2025-09-08 07:34:54 UTC Local time: —

M3.4 earthquake near Strait of Gibraltar on Sep 8, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.4 Earthquake near Strait of Gibraltar (Morocco) · 2025-09-08 07:34:54 UTC

About this earthquake

On September 8, 2025 at 07:34 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near Strait of Gibraltar (Morocco). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

4.4 km

UTC time

2025-09-08 07:34:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Morocco

Source

isc

Coordinates

35.40770, -3.61680

Temperature

23.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4.4 km

4.4 km — shallower than the regional average (17.7 km)

Regional average: 17.7 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

Volcanoes nearby

Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 387 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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