M2.5 Depth: 37.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near Dato, Likisá (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-01-06 03:02:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 6, 2026 at 03:02 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near Dato, Likisá (Timor-Leste). With a focal depth of about 37 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

37.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-06 03:02:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Likisá

City

Dato

County

Liquiçá

Village

Dato

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.56000, 125.32000

Temperature

28.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

37 km

37 km — deeper than the regional average (24.1 km)

Regional average: 24.1 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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