M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Jan Mayen Island Region

UTC time: 2025-10-05 12:01:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Jan Mayen Island Region on October 5, 2025 at 12:01 UTC. 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 data is provided by GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-05 12:01:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

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Source

gfz

Coordinates

71.31000, -8.69000

Temperature

4.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 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

Jan Mayen

Distance: 32 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'197 m ·Last eruption: 1985 ·Norway

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)

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Country (24h)

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