M2.2 Depth: 31.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-12-10 04:15:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 10, 2025 at 04:15 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 31 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

31.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-10 04:15:21 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

City

Zug

Source

emsc

Coordinates

47.13600, 8.57110

Temperature

4.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

31 km

31 km — deeper than the regional average (5.1 km)

Regional average: 5.1 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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