M4.3 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Caldas da Rainha (Portugal)

UTC time: 2026-02-19 12:14:02 UTC Local time: —

M4.3 earthquake near Caldas da Rainha on Feb 19, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.3 Earthquake near Caldas da Rainha (Portugal) · 2026-02-19 12:14:02 UTC

About this earthquake

On February 19, 2026 at 12:14 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near Caldas da Rainha (Portugal). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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 RESIF.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-19 12:14:02 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Caldas da Rainha

County

Leiria

Village

Landal

Source

resif

Coordinates

39.31385, -9.02641

Temperature

12.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — close to the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 435 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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