M3.3
Depth:
5.2 km
M3.3 Earthquake near Dalabyggð (Iceland)
About this earthquake
A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near Dalabyggð (Iceland) on June 27, 2026 at 18:32 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC. Iceland: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.3.
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Depth profile
Shallow
5.2 km
5.2 km — close to the regional average (6.7 km)
Regional average: 6.7 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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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
509
Country (24h)
Iceland
2