M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Eastern Arabian Peninsula (United Arab Emirates)

UTC time: 2025-11-04 12:40:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 4, 2025 at 12:40 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near Eastern Arabian Peninsula (United Arab Emirates). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-04 12:40:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

alfjyrt

Source

gfz

Coordinates

25.46000, 56.43000

Temperature

29.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (10.5 km)

Regional average: 10.5 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

Historic earthquake map · United Arab Emirates

Open history map

Explore recent and long-term earthquake activity in this country. Use filters to narrow down by magnitude, depth, and date range.

Country statistics · United Arab Emirates

Country overview

View earthquake KPIs, strongest and latest events, and averages for this country.

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)

548

Country (24h)

United Arab Emirates

Current earthquakes in

Magnitude Place Local time

No recent events available.