M4.4 Depth: 183.2 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 88 km W of Neiafu, Tonga (Tonga)

UTC time: 2025-11-14 03:37:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near 88 km W of Neiafu, Tonga (Tonga) on November 14, 2025 at 03:37 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 183 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

183.2 km

UTC time

2025-11-14 03:37:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Tonga

City

Vavaʻu

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-18.79890, -174.80350

Temperature

26.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

183.2 km

183.2 km — deeper than the regional average (86.9 km)

Regional average: 86.9 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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Tofua Arc at 18.3°S

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