M3.1 Depth: 26.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-10-16 23:20:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 16, 2025 at 23:20 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 7 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.0.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

26.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-16 23:20:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Surigao del Norte

Source

emsc

Coordinates

9.68000, 126.12000

Temperature

27.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

26 km

26 km — close to the regional average (30.2 km)

Regional average: 30.2 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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Biliran

Distance: 268 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
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