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M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 15 km WNW of Xánthi, Greece (Greece)

UTC time: 2025-11-05 07:16:29 UTC Local time: —
M4.2 earthquake near Apokentromene Dioikese Makedonias - Thrakes on Nov 5, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.2 Earthquake near 15 km WNW of Xánthi, Greece (Greece) · 2025-11-05 07:16:29 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 15 km WNW of Xánthi, Greece (Greece) on November 5, 2025 at 07:16 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS. Greece: 36 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.1.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-11-05 07:16:29 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Greece
City
Apokentromene Dioikese Makedonias - Thrakes
Source
usgs
Coordinates
41.20250, 24.73220
Temperature
12.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (15 km)
Regional average: 15 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

  • Methana
    Distance: 416 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 435 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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