M4.8 Depth: 33.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Loihuno, Viqueque (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-06-18 07:38:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 18, 2026 at 07:38 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Loihuno, Viqueque (Timor-Leste). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 33 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

33.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-18 07:38:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Viqueque

City

Loihuno

County

Ossu

Village

Loihuno

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.80000, 126.40000

Temperature

27.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

33 km

33 km — deeper than the regional average (24.3 km)

Regional average: 24.3 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

Tectonic context

Located on the Timor Plate.

Near the boundary Timor ↔ Australia · about 79 km away

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