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M3.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece

UTC time: 2026-05-20 22:21:52 UTC Local time: —
M3.1 earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece on May 20, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M3.1 Earthquake near Dodecanese Islands, Greece · 2026-05-20 22:21:52 UTC

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2026 at 22:21 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near Dodecanese Islands, Greece. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by NOA.

Details

Magnitude
M3.1
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-20 22:21:52 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
noa
Coordinates
35.19836, 27.67273
Temperature
20.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Nisyros
    Distance: 161 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 698 m ·Last eruption: 1888 ·Greece
  • Santorini
    Distance: 245 km ·Shield(s) ·Elevation: 367 m ·Last eruption: 1950 ·Greece
  • Kolumbo
    Distance: 246 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -18 m ·Last eruption: 1650 ·Greece
  • Milos
    Distance: 335 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 751 m ·Last eruption: 140 ·Greece
  • Kula
    Distance: 383 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 750 m ·Turkiye
  • Methana
    Distance: 472 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 380 m ·Last eruption: -258 ·Greece

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