M3.3 Depth: 140.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Malita, Davao Occidental (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-01-27 22:54:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near Malita, Davao Occidental (Philippines) on January 27, 2026 at 22:54 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 140 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

140.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-27 22:54:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Davao Occidental

City

Malita

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.44000, 125.75000

Temperature

28.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

140 km

140 km — deeper than the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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