M3.1 Depth: 1.1 km

M3.1 Earthquake near ICELAND (Iceland)

UTC time: 2025-10-12 21:59:51 UTC Local time: —

M3.1 earthquake near ICELAND on Oct 12, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.1 Earthquake near ICELAND (Iceland) · 2025-10-12 21:59:51 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near ICELAND (Iceland) on October 12, 2025 at 21:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

1.1 km

UTC time

2025-10-12 21:59:51 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iceland

Source

emsc

Coordinates

64.65200, -17.35800

Temperature

1.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

1.1 km

1.1 km — shallower than the regional average (6.7 km)

Regional average: 6.7 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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