M4.2 Depth: 9.1 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Demos Paphou (Cyprus)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 17:20:18 UTC Local time: —

M4.2 earthquake near Demos Paphou on Dec 12, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M4.2 Earthquake near Demos Paphou (Cyprus) · 2025-12-12 17:20:18 UTC

About this earthquake

On December 12, 2025 at 17:20 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Demos Paphou (Cyprus). With a focal depth of about 9 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by AFAD.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

9.1 km

UTC time

2025-12-12 17:20:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Cyprus

City

Demos Paphou

Source

afad

Coordinates

34.74278, 32.39417

Temperature

19.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

9.1 km

9.1 km — shallower than the regional average (25.5 km)

Regional average: 25.5 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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Hasandag-Keciboyduran Volcanic Complex

Distance: 409 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'253 m ·Turkiye

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