M3.6 Depth: 36.1 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Oğuz rayonu (Azerbaijan)

UTC time: 2026-05-09 10:35:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near Oğuz rayonu (Azerbaijan) on May 9, 2026 at 10:35 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 36 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.6

Depth

36.1 km

UTC time

2026-05-09 10:35:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Azerbaijan

City

Oğuz rayonu

County

Oğuz rayonu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

40.91240, 47.43630

Temperature

21.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

36.1 km

36.1 km — deeper than the regional average (18 km)

Regional average: 18 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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