M3.6 Depth: 21.7 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Qeqqata (Greenland)

UTC time: 2025-06-13 18:55:37 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near Qeqqata (Greenland) on June 13, 2025 at 18:55 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by GEUS.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
21.7 km
UTC time
2025-06-13 18:55:37 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Qeqqata
Source
geus_gl
Coordinates
65.44500, -52.17800

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 21.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 21.7 km
Shallow
21.7 km
21.7 km — deeper than the regional average (11.8 km)
Regional average: 11.8 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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