M2.9 Depth: 11.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near SUMBA REGION, INDONESIA (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2025-12-16 16:41:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near SUMBA REGION, INDONESIA (Indonesia) on December 16, 2025 at 16:41 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 11 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 EMSC. Indonesia: 49 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.8.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

11.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-16 16:41:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

City

Nusa Tenggara Timur

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-10.07000, 119.76000

Temperature

29.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

11 km

11 km — shallower than the regional average (49.6 km)

Regional average: 49.6 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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