M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near WESTERN IRAN (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-08-30 12:07:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near WESTERN IRAN (Iran) on August 30, 2025 at 12:07 UTC. 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-30 12:07:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

astan khwzstan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

32.61000, 49.07000

Temperature

41.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to 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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Damavand

Distance: 465 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'670 m ·Last eruption: -5350 ·Iran

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