M4.4 Depth: 37.6 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 91 km S of Hualien City, Taiwan (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-12-09 12:01:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 9, 2025 at 12:01 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 91 km S of Hualien City, Taiwan (Taiwan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 38 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

37.6 km

UTC time

2025-12-09 12:01:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

Source

usgs

Coordinates

23.14700, 121.61930

Temperature

23.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

37.6 km

37.6 km — deeper than the regional average (24.6 km)

Regional average: 24.6 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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