M3.0 Depth: 31.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-10-16 17:04:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on October 16, 2025 at 17:04 UTC. With a focal depth of about 31 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

31.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-16 17:04:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

16.65000, 119.75000

Temperature

29.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

31 km

31 km — close to the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 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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