M4.3 Depth: 12.3 km

M4.3 Earthquake near 15 km NNE of Amasia, Armenia (Armenia)

UTC time: 2025-11-02 15:49:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near 15 km NNE of Amasia, Armenia (Armenia) on November 2, 2025 at 15:49 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. 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

M4.3

Depth

12.3 km

UTC time

2025-11-02 15:49:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Armenia

City

Siraki marz

Source

usgs

Coordinates

41.08530, 43.85740

Temperature

0.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12.3 km

12.3 km — close to the regional average (10.1 km)

Regional average: 10.1 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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