M1.1 Depth: 7.5 km

M1.1 Earthquake near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland)

UTC time: 2025-11-27 05:46:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 27, 2025 at 05:46 UTC, a magnitude M1.1 earthquake occurred near SWITZERLAND (Switzerland). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M1.1

Depth

7.5 km

UTC time

2025-11-27 05:46:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Switzerland

City

Ticino

Source

emsc

Coordinates

46.45870, 8.67250

Temperature

-5.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7.5 km

7.5 km — close to the regional average (5.1 km)

Regional average: 5.1 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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West Eifel Volcanic Field

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