M3.1 Depth: 10.4 km

M3.1 Earthquake near CRETE, GREECE

UTC time: 2026-07-01 08:57:58 UTC Local time:
M3.1 earthquake near CRETE, GREECE on Jul 1, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.1 Earthquake near CRETE, GREECE · 2026-07-01 08:57:58 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near CRETE, GREECE on July 1, 2026 at 08:57 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.1
Depth
10.4 km
UTC time
2026-07-01 08:57:58 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
34.82570, 26.11180
Temperature
29.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10.4 km
Shallow
10.4 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

  • Santorini
    Distance: 187 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 197 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Nisyros
    Distance: 218 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 257 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Methana
    Distance: 398 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 469 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye

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