M3.0 Depth: 7.9 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Ísland (Iceland)

UTC time: 2026-05-24 18:31:13 UTC Local time: —

M3.0 earthquake near Ísland on May 24, 2026 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24 — M3.0 Earthquake near Ísland (Iceland) · 2026-05-24 18:31:13 UTC

About this earthquake

On May 24, 2026 at 18:31 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near Ísland (Iceland). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

7.9 km

UTC time

2026-05-24 18:31:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Iceland

City

Ísland

Source

emsc

Coordinates

63.81700, -22.90200

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7.9 km

7.9 km — close to the regional average (6.7 km)

Regional average: 6.7 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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