M3.6 Depth: 21.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near AZERBAIJAN (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2025-07-31 10:03:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 31, 2025 at 10:03 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near AZERBAIJAN (Azerbaijan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 21 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

21.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-31 10:03:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.72710, 48.56320

Temperature

26.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

21 km

21 km — close to the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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