M3.0 Depth: 13.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Şamaxı rayonu (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-02-28 04:31:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Şamaxı rayonu (Azerbaijan) on February 28, 2026 at 04:31 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

13.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-28 04:31:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Şamaxı rayonu

County

Şamaxı rayonu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.57940, 48.55200

Temperature

4.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

13 km

13 km — shallower than the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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