M3.4 Depth: 4.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near CZECH REPUBLIC (Czechia)

UTC time: 2026-01-01 16:38:25 UTC Local time: —

M3.4 earthquake near Karlovarský kraj on Jan 1, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.4 Earthquake near CZECH REPUBLIC (Czechia) · 2026-01-01 16:38:25 UTC

About this earthquake

On January 1, 2026 at 16:38 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near CZECH REPUBLIC (Czechia). 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

4.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-01 16:38:25 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Czechia

City

Karlovarský kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

50.26500, 12.46300

Temperature

-2.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4 km

4 km — close to the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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

West Eifel Volcanic Field

Distance: 399 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 600 m ·Last eruption: -8300 ·Germany

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