M3.1 Depth: 32.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near VISAYAN SEA, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-10-13 17:38:04 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near VISAYAN SEA, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on October 13, 2025 at 17:38 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 32 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

32.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-13 17:38:04 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Cebu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.25000, 123.91000

Temperature

27.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

32 km

32 km — close to the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 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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Camiguin

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