M2.1 Depth: 8.4 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Periphereiake Enoteta Kephallenias, Periphereia Ionion Neson (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-01-18 14:37:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 18, 2026 at 14:37 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near Periphereiake Enoteta Kephallenias, Periphereia Ionion Neson (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by NOA and cross-checked across seismological networks. Greece: 85 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

8.4 km

UTC time

2026-01-18 14:37:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Periphereia Ionion Neson

City

Periphereiake Enoteta Kephallenias

County

Periphereiake Enoteta Kephallenias

Source

noa

Coordinates

38.05481, 20.22766

Temperature

13.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

8.4 km

8.4 km — shallower than the regional average (15.1 km)

Regional average: 15.1 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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