M2.0 Depth: 6.3 km

M2.0 Earthquake near Lagos (Portugal)

UTC time: 2026-02-20 05:33:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 20, 2026 at 05:33 UTC, a magnitude M2.0 earthquake occurred near Lagos (Portugal). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

6.3 km

UTC time

2026-02-20 05:33:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Lagos

County

Faro

Source

emsc

Coordinates

37.09590, -8.76050

Temperature

9.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

6.3 km

6.3 km — close to the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 460 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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