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M3.3 Depth: 37.5 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Central Mediterranean Sea

UTC time: 2026-05-21 01:17:00 UTC Local time: —
M3.3 earthquake near Central Mediterranean Sea on May 21, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.3 Earthquake near Central Mediterranean Sea · 2026-05-21 01:17:00 UTC

About this earthquake

On May 21, 2026 at 01:17 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Central Mediterranean Sea. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 38 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude
M3.3
Depth
37.5 km
UTC time
2026-05-21 01:17:00 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
noa
Coordinates
35.33386, 21.39221
Temperature
18.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 37.5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 37.5 km
Shallow
37.5 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Methana
    Distance: 308 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 313 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 380 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 391 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece

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