M3.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near 22 km W of Los Ojos, New Mexico (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-15 18:02:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near 22 km W of Los Ojos, New Mexico (United States) on December 15, 2025 at 18:02 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 229 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.3.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-15 18:02:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

New Mexico

Source

usgs

Coordinates

36.70770, -106.81750

Temperature

11.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (15.7 km)

Regional average: 15.7 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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