M4.7 Depth: 549.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Fiji Islands Region (Fiji)

UTC time: 2025-12-03 01:57:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 3, 2025 at 01:57 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near Fiji Islands Region (Fiji). At roughly 549 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.7

Depth

549.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-03 01:57:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

City

Eastern

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-17.87000, -178.61000

Temperature

26.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

549 km

549 km — close to the regional average (573.2 km)

Regional average: 573.2 km

Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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