M4.9 Depth: 71.2 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Temotu (Solomon Islands)

UTC time: 2026-08-26 14:25:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near Temotu (Solomon Islands) on August 26, 2026 at 14:25 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 71 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

71.2 km

UTC time

2026-08-26 14:25:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Solomon Islands

State

Temotu

City

Temotu

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-11.04160, 165.79470

Temperature

26.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

71.2 km

71.2 km — close to the regional average (67.4 km)

Regional average: 67.4 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Tectonic context

Located on the Pacific Plate.

Near the boundary Pacific ↔ Australia · about 71 km away

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Distance: 357 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 921 m ·Last eruption: 1966 ·Vanuatu
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