M0.7 Depth: 12.9 km

M0.7 Earthquake near 9 km NE of Julian, CA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-24 01:35:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.7 earthquake was recorded near 9 km NE of Julian, CA (United States) on December 24, 2025 at 01:35 UTC. With a focal depth of about 13 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 252 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.5.

Details

Magnitude

M0.7

Depth

12.9 km

UTC time

2025-12-24 01:35:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

33.14683, -116.54567

Temperature

8.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

12.9 km

12.9 km — close to 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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