M4.4 Depth: 56.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Lore, Lautém (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-06-17 13:24:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near Lore, Lautém (Timor-Leste) on June 17, 2026 at 13:24 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 56 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

56.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-17 13:24:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Lautém

City

Lore

County

Lore

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.58000, 127.04000

Temperature

21.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

56 km

56 km — deeper than the regional average (25.1 km)

Regional average: 25.1 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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