M3.5 Depth: 32.5 km

M3.5 Earthquake near Gisborne District, Gisborne (New Zealand)

UTC time: 2026-08-25 02:04:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 25, 2026 at 02:04 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near Gisborne District, Gisborne (New Zealand). With a focal depth of about 33 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

32.5 km

UTC time

2026-08-25 02:04:11 UTC

Local time

—

Country

New Zealand

State

Gisborne

City

Gisborne District

County

Gisborne District

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-38.40710, 178.17570

Temperature

15.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

32.5 km

32.5 km — shallower than the regional average (70.5 km)

Regional average: 70.5 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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