M2.2 Depth: 7.1 km

M2.2 Earthquake near TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-12-26 06:59:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 26, 2025 at 06:59 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION (Iran). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

7.1 km

UTC time

2025-12-26 06:59:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

astan adhrbayjan ghrby

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.42420, 44.59810

Temperature

-3.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7.1 km

7.1 km — shallower than the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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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