M2.0 Depth: 12.8 km

M2.0 Earthquake near TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION (Iran)

UTC time: 2025-07-17 01:04:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.0 earthquake was recorded near TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION (Iran) on July 17, 2025 at 01:04 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 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.

Details

Magnitude

M2.0

Depth

12.8 km

UTC time

2025-07-17 01:04:11 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iran

City

astan adhrbayjan ghrby

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.61890, 44.54560

Temperature

15.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12.8 km

12.8 km — close to the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 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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