M2.8 Depth: 11.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near mhafzt abyn (Yemen)

UTC time: 2026-05-31 02:39:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 31, 2026 at 02:39 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near mhafzt abyn (Yemen). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 11 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

Details

Magnitude

M2.8

Depth

11.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-31 02:39:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Yemen

State

mhafzt abyn

City

mhafzt abyn

Source

emsc_arab

Coordinates

13.25180, 46.06550

Temperature

30.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

11 km

11 km — close to the regional average (9 km)

Regional average: 9 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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