M4.8 Depth: 79.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Mindanao, Philippines (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-11-16 06:35:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Mindanao, Philippines (Philippines) on November 16, 2025 at 06:35 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 79 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 5 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

79.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-16 06:35:39 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Davao Oriental

Source

gfz

Coordinates

6.52000, 126.30000

Temperature

27.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

79 km

79 km — deeper than the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

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Melebingoy

Distance: 162 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'824 m ·Last eruption: 1641 ·Philippines
Musuan

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Ragang

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Makaturing

Distance: 252 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'818 m ·Last eruption: 1882 ·Philippines

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