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M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Aksaray Merkez (Turkey)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 02:55:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 12, 2025 at 02:55 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Aksaray Merkez (Turkey). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by NOA. Turkey: 61 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.1.

Details

Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-12 02:55:33 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Turkey
City
Aksaray Merkez
Source
noa
Coordinates
38.16847, 33.94515
Temperature
1.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — close to the regional average (8.5 km)
Regional average: 8.5 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

  • Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex
    Distance: 20 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye
  • Erciyes Volcanic Complex
    Distance: 137 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'864 m ·Last eruption: -6880 ·Turkiye
  • Kula
    Distance: 475 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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