M2.7 Depth: 18.0 km

M2.7 Earthquake near EAST TIMOR REGION (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2025-05-12 16:24:51 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 12, 2025 at 16:24 UTC, a magnitude M2.7 earthquake occurred near EAST TIMOR REGION (Timor-Leste). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.7

Depth

18.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-12 16:24:51 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

City

Likisá

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.74000, 125.17000

Temperature

26.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

18 km

18 km — shallower than the regional average (24.1 km)

Regional average: 24.1 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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