M2.7 Depth: 41.0 km

M2.7 Earthquake near Maliubu, Bobonaro (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-08-09 03:44:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.7 earthquake was recorded near Maliubu, Bobonaro (Timor-Leste) on August 9, 2026 at 03:44 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 41 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.7

Depth

41.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-09 03:44:16 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Bobonaro

City

Maliubu

County

Bobonaro

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-9.00000, 125.39000

Temperature

28.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

41 km

41 km — deeper than the regional average (23.6 km)

Regional average: 23.6 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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