M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Meløy (Norway)

UTC time: 2026-08-19 21:06:49 UTC Local time: —

M4.4 earthquake near Meløy on Aug 19, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.4 Earthquake near Meløy (Norway) · 2026-08-19 21:06:49 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Meløy (Norway) on August 19, 2026 at 21:06 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.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-19 21:06:49 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Norway

City

Meløy

County

Nordland

Source

usgs

Coordinates

66.90690, 13.21760

Temperature

13.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (9.8 km)

Regional average: 9.8 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

Estimated impact

10 Felt reports · max reported intensity 4.6

Tectonic context

Located on the Eurasia Plate.

Near the boundary North America ↔ Eurasia · about 728 km away

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