M3.1 Depth: 4.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-07 19:31:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on December 7, 2025 at 19:31 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

4.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-07 19:31:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Abra

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.39000, 120.60000

Temperature

26.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4 km

4 km — shallower than 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

Volcanoes nearby

Cagua

Distance: 186 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'133 m ·Last eruption: 1860 ·Philippines
Camiguin de Babuyanes

Distance: 208 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 712 m ·Last eruption: 1857 ·Philippines
Didicas

Distance: 253 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 228 m ·Last eruption: 1978 ·Philippines
Pinatubo

Distance: 253 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'486 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·Philippines
Babuyan Claro

Distance: 277 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'064 m ·Last eruption: 1924 ·Philippines
San Pablo Volcanic Field

Distance: 371 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'090 m ·Last eruption: 1350 ·Philippines

Historic earthquake map · Philippines

Open history map

Explore recent and long-term earthquake activity in this country. Use filters to narrow down by magnitude, depth, and date range.

Country statistics · Philippines

Country overview

View earthquake KPIs, strongest and latest events, and averages for this country.

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)

652

Country (24h)