4.6Light

M 4.6 - 143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga

143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga

March 25, 2026 at 4:35 PM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M4.6
Light
Depth
238.8 km
below surface
Coordinates
18.3714ยฐS, 175.3058ยฐW
epicenter

About This Earthquake

This was a light earthquake registering M4.6 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga at a depth of 238.8 km below the surface.

The earthquake occurred on March 25, 2026 at 4:35 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s7gp.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga earthquake?

This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.

Where was the 143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga at a depth of 238.8 km.

M4.6 Light Earthquake - 143 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga | USGS