M3.4 Depth: 11.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near WESTERN IRAN (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-05-24 00:06:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 24, 2025 at 00:06 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near WESTERN IRAN (Iran). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 11 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

11.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-24 00:06:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

astan khwzstan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

32.25000, 49.03000

Temperature

30.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

11 km

11 km — close to the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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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Damavand

Distance: 500 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 5'670 m ·Last eruption: -5350 ·Iran

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