M2.5 Depth: 0.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near Near coast of northern California (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-21 09:55:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near Near coast of northern California (United States) on December 21, 2025 at 09:55 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by ISC and cross-checked across seismological networks. United States: 224 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M6.0.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-21 09:55:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

California

Source

isc

Coordinates

39.10500, -123.10700

Temperature

10.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (15.7 km)

Regional average: 15.7 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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