M3.3 Depth: 4.9 km

M3.3 Earthquake near aldar, mhafzt alhdydt (Yemen)

UTC time: 2026-08-03 12:17:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near aldar, mhafzt alhdydt (Yemen) on August 3, 2026 at 12:17 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

4.9 km

UTC time

2026-08-03 12:17:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Yemen

State

mhafzt alhdydt

City

aldar

County

mdyryt jbl ras

Village

aldar

Source

emsc_arab

Coordinates

13.98990, 43.71550

Temperature

35.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

4.9 km

4.9 km — shallower than the regional average (8.9 km)

Regional average: 8.9 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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