M2.5 Depth: 59.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near SUMBA REGION, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-08-26 21:37:56 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near SUMBA REGION, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on August 26, 2025 at 21:37 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 54 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.9.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

59.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-26 21:37:56 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Nusa Tenggara Timur

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-9.58000, 120.14000

Temperature

23.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

59 km

59 km — close to the regional average (49.6 km)

Regional average: 49.6 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

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