M2.4 Depth: 15.1 km

M2.4 Earthquake near Autonome Monastike Politeia Agiou Orous (Greece)

UTC time: 2026-01-16 19:21:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 16, 2026 at 19:21 UTC, a magnitude M2.4 earthquake occurred near Autonome Monastike Politeia Agiou Orous (Greece). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by NOA. Greece: 83 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude

M2.4

Depth

15.1 km

UTC time

2026-01-16 19:21:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Greece

State

Autonome Monastike Politeia Agiou Orous

City

Autonome Monastike Politeia Agiou Orous

Source

noa

Coordinates

40.34088, 24.05914

Temperature

10.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15.1 km

15.1 km — close to 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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Kula

Distance: 430 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
Kolumbo

Distance: 442 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
Santorini

Distance: 453 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
Nisyros

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