M2.5 Depth: 3.6 km

M2.5 Earthquake near TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-06-08 20:55:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 8, 2025 at 20:55 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION (Iran). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

3.6 km

UTC time

2025-06-08 20:55:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

astan adhrbayjan ghrby

Source

emsc

Coordinates

39.41050, 44.06680

Temperature

9.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

3.6 km

3.6 km — shallower than the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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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