M3.6
Depth:
20.0 km
M3.6 Earthquake near Évora (Portugal)
About this earthquake
On July 22, 2026 at 00:22 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near Évora (Portugal). With a focal depth of about 20 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
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Depth profile
Shallow
20 km
20 km — deeper than the regional average (5.7 km)
Regional average: 5.7 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field
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