M3.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Abo-Lir, Baucau (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-06-19 14:17:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 19, 2026 at 14:17 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near Abo-Lir, Baucau (Timor-Leste). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-19 14:17:53 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Baucau

City

Abo-Lir

County

Quelicai

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.63000, 126.57000

Temperature

23.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (24.3 km)

Regional average: 24.3 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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