M2.1 Depth: 0.7 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Montemor-o-Novo (Portugal)

UTC time: 2026-02-22 21:32:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near Montemor-o-Novo (Portugal) on February 22, 2026 at 21:32 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

0.7 km

UTC time

2026-02-22 21:32:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Portugal

City

Montemor-o-Novo

County

Évora

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.68900, -8.37800

Temperature

10.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

0.7 km

0.7 km — shallower than the regional average (5.6 km)

Regional average: 5.6 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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Calatrava Volcanic Field

Distance: 378 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: -3600 ·Spain

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