M5.3 earthquake

central Mid-Atlantic Ridge

A magnitude 5.3 (moderate) earthquake struck central Mid-Atlantic Ridge on October 5, 2026 at 1:18 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

5.3 mb

Depth

10 km

When

October 5, 2026 at 1:18 AM UTC

Coordinates

-0.432°, -19.965°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.