M3.0 Depth: 30.7 km

M3.0 Earthquake near AZERBAIJAN (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2025-07-27 17:35:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 27, 2025 at 17:35 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near AZERBAIJAN (Azerbaijan). 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 magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

30.7 km

UTC time

2025-07-27 17:35:15 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.67590, 47.21890

Temperature

27.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

30.7 km

30.7 km — deeper than the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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