M2.2 Depth: 6.4 km

M2.2 Earthquake near Kypros (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2026-05-17 03:30:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.2 earthquake was recorded near Kypros (Cyprus) on May 17, 2026 at 03:30 UTC. With a focal depth of about 6 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

6.4 km

UTC time

2026-05-17 03:30:52 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Cyprus

State

Kypros

City

Kypros

Source

emsc

Coordinates

34.57970, 32.46200

Temperature

19.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

6.4 km

6.4 km — shallower than the regional average (25.5 km)

Regional average: 25.5 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

Volcanoes nearby

Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex

Distance: 423 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye

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