M3.1 Depth: 35.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near ALASKA PENINSULA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-06-26 14:58:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near ALASKA PENINSULA (United States) on June 26, 2025 at 14:58 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 185 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-06-26 14:58:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

emsc

Coordinates

56.26680, -156.59670

Temperature

9.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — deeper than the regional average (15.3 km)

Regional average: 15.3 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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