M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Luzon, Philippines (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-27 18:26:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 27, 2025 at 18:26 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Luzon, Philippines (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by GFZ. Philippines: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-27 18:26:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Tarlac

Source

gfz

Coordinates

15.45000, 120.27000

Temperature

20.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (30.1 km)

Regional average: 30.1 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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