M1.8 Depth: -2.5 km

M1.8 Earthquake near 24 km E of Honaunau-Napoopoo, Hawaii (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-17 13:18:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.8 earthquake was recorded near 24 km E of Honaunau-Napoopoo, Hawaii (United States) on December 17, 2025 at 13:18 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 223 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

-2.5 km

UTC time

2025-12-17 13:18:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Hawaii

Source

usgs

Coordinates

19.49667, -155.63417

Temperature

10.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

-2.5 km

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

Regional average: 15.7 km

Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).

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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