M2.1 Depth: 31.0 km

M2.1 Earthquake near PORTUGAL (Portugal)

UTC time: 2025-12-21 19:38:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near PORTUGAL (Portugal) on December 21, 2025 at 19:38 UTC. With a focal depth of about 31 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

M2.1

Depth

31.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-21 19:38:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

Source

emsc

Coordinates

39.91700, -9.26000

Temperature

10.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

31 km

31 km — deeper 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: 465 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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