M3.2 Depth: 5.6 km

M3.2 Earthquake near Gorë, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-01-15 17:01:36 UTC Local time:
M3.2 earthquake near Gorë on Jan 15, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.2 Earthquake near Gorë, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania) · 2026-01-15 17:01:36 UTC

About this earthquake

On January 15, 2026 at 17:01 UTC, a magnitude M3.2 earthquake occurred near Gorë, Shqipëria Jugore (Albania). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The data is provided by NOA and cross-checked across seismological networks. Albania: 7 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M2.5.

Details

Magnitude
M3.2
Depth
5.6 km
UTC time
2026-01-15 17:01:36 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Village
Velçan
Source
noa
Coordinates
40.76935, 20.55817
Temperature
1.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5.6 km
Shallow
5.6 km
5.6 km — shallower than the regional average (13.2 km)
Regional average: 13.2 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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  • Methana
    Distance: 424 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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