M2.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Ellas (Greece)

UTC time: 2025-10-16 16:28:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 16, 2025 at 16:28 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near Ellas (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 50 earthquakes, the strongest at M2.8.

Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-16 16:28:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

City

Ellas

Source

noa

Coordinates

38.76271, 26.06634

Temperature

20.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (15 km)

Regional average: 15 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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Nisyros

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Santorini

Distance: 269 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
Milos

Distance: 270 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
Methana

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