M2.9 Depth: 12.8 km

M2.9 Earthquake near ICELAND (Iceland)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 14:16:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 29, 2025 at 14:16 UTC, a magnitude M2.9 earthquake occurred near ICELAND (Iceland). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

12.8 km

UTC time

2025-12-29 14:16:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iceland

Source

emsc

Coordinates

63.33200, -20.63600

Temperature

4.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

12.8 km

12.8 km — deeper than the regional average (6.7 km)

Regional average: 6.7 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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