M2.2 Depth: 0.0 km

M2.2 Earthquake near PORTUGAL (Portugal)

UTC time: 2025-12-20 02:04:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 20, 2025 at 02:04 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near PORTUGAL (Portugal). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.2

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-20 02:04:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Montalegre

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.86810, -7.60290

Temperature

4.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 451 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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