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M2.3 Depth: 2.0 km

M2.3 Earthquake near PORTUGAL (Portugal)

UTC time: 2025-07-13 17:28:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 13, 2025 at 17:28 UTC, a magnitude M2.3 earthquake occurred near PORTUGAL (Portugal). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 2 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude
M2.3
Depth
2.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-13 17:28:09 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Portugal
City
Castro Verde
Source
emsc
Coordinates
37.59400, -7.96700
Temperature
22.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 2 km
Shallow
2 km
2 km — shallower 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Calatrava Volcanic Field
    Distance: 373 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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