M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near TANZANIA (Tanzania)

UTC time: 2025-12-29 09:51:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 29, 2025 at 09:51 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near TANZANIA (Tanzania). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-29 09:51:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Tanzania

City

Dodoma

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-5.32600, 35.25800

Temperature

26.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — close to the regional average (10 km)

Regional average: 10 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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