M4.2 Depth: 2.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Alenquer (Portugal)

UTC time: 2026-02-19 12:16:01 UTC Local time: —

M4.2 earthquake near Alenquer on Feb 19, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.2 Earthquake near Alenquer (Portugal) · 2026-02-19 12:16:01 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near Alenquer (Portugal) on February 19, 2026 at 12:16 UTC. With a focal depth of about 2 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.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

2.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-19 12:16:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Alenquer

County

Lisboa

Source

emsc_es

Coordinates

39.08200, -9.01100

Temperature

7.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

2 km

2 km — shallower than the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 432 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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