M3.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Zaqatala rayonu (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-02-06 12:41:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near Zaqatala rayonu (Azerbaijan) on February 6, 2026 at 12:41 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-06 12:41:23 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Zaqatala rayonu

County

Zaqatala rayonu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.57000, 46.51000

Temperature

6.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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