M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Şamaxı rayonu (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-02-27 11:52:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 27, 2026 at 11:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Şamaxı rayonu (Azerbaijan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-27 11:52:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Şamaxı rayonu

County

Şamaxı rayonu

Source

gfz

Coordinates

40.88000, 48.67000

Temperature

-0.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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