M2.4 Depth: 0.0 km

M2.4 Earthquake near PORTUGAL (Portugal)

UTC time: 2025-12-22 21:01:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.4 earthquake was recorded near PORTUGAL (Portugal) on December 22, 2025 at 21:01 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.4

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-22 21:01:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Vinhais

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.88070, -7.14760

Temperature

0.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 427 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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