M4.9 Depth: 7.2 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Şamaxı rayonu (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-02-27 11:52:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 27, 2026 at 11:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Şamaxı rayonu (Azerbaijan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

7.2 km

UTC time

2026-02-27 11:52:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Şamaxı rayonu

County

Şamaxı rayonu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.81170, 48.72460

Temperature

-0.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7.2 km

7.2 km — shallower than the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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