M4.1 Depth: 4.5 km

M4.1 Earthquake near EGYPT (Egypt)

UTC time: 2025-12-25 04:05:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near EGYPT (Egypt) on December 25, 2025 at 04:05 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

4.5 km

UTC time

2025-12-25 04:05:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Egypt

City

aswan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

25.27280, 33.34080

Temperature

17.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4.5 km

4.5 km — shallower than the regional average (16.1 km)

Regional average: 16.1 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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Lunayyir, Harrat

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