M1.1 Depth: 10.2 km

M1.1 Earthquake near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-12-11 17:33:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.1 earthquake was recorded near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland) on December 11, 2025 at 17:33 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.1

Depth

10.2 km

UTC time

2025-12-11 17:33:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

City

Valais/Wallis

Source

emsc

Coordinates

46.52260, 8.37330

Temperature

2.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10.2 km

10.2 km — deeper than the regional average (5.1 km)

Regional average: 5.1 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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