Shallow M5.2 FORESHOCK struck on Wednesday Morning near Paphos in Cyprus.

Written by Earthquakelist.org on November 12th, 2025. Last updated December 5th, 2025.

Around noon of Wednesday November 12th, 2025, a shallow and significant MAG-5.2 foreshock hit under land 19 kilometer from Paphos in Cyprus. Türkiye is also near its epicenter.

Earthquake Summary

The earthquake struck on land in Cyprus, 19 kilometer (12 mi) north-east of Paphos in Pafos. The center of this earthquake had a quite shallow depth of 25 km. Shallow earthquakes usually have a larger impact than earthquakes deep in the earth.

Date and Time:	Nov 12, 2025 11:31 (Nicosia Time) - Nov 12, 2025 09:31 Universal Time.
Location:	19 km NE of Paphos, Pafos, Cyprus. Coordinates 34°52'8"N 32°35'36"E.
Map:	Map of area around epicenter. Click to open in Google Maps.
Magnitude:	MAG 5.2 Detected by 15 stations. Maximum Error Range ±0.08 .
Depth:	25 km (16 mi) A quite shallow depth.
Tsunami Risk:	Tsunami very unlikely While this was a shallow earthquake in a coastal area, it appears to have occurred under land (19 km from the sea) with a magnitude that is usually not strong enough to cause tsunami's. Always stay cautious - More info here.

Impact

The US Geographic Survey (USGS) describes the impact of this earthquake as follows:

Several buildings damaged, rockfalls and telecommunication outages reported in Paphos.

Nearby towns and cities

This earthquake struck within proximity of multiple countries. Cyprus and Türkiye are both within 300km distance of its epicenter. Futher away, this earthquake may also have been felt in Lebanon and Syria.

The closest significant population center near the earthquake is Paphos in Pafos, Cyprus. Paphos is located 19 kilometer (12 mi) north-east of the epicenter.

Multiple major population centers exist within 300km of the earthquake that struck today. Beirut is located 288 km to the east-southeast. Ra’s Bayrūt is located 286 km to the east-southeast. Limassol is located 46 km to the east-southeast.

The table below provides an overview of all places in proximity of today's earthquake.

Overview of nearby places

Cities and Towns around the epicenter of this earthquake.
Distance	Place
19 km (12 mi) SW from epicenter	Paphos Pafos, Cyprus.
46 km (29 mi) ESE from epicenter	Limassol Limassol, Cyprus.
74 km (46 mi) ENE from epicenter	Stróvolos Nicosia, Cyprus.
78 km (48 mi) ENE from epicenter	Nicosia Nicosia, Cyprus.
84 km (52 mi) NE from epicenter	Kyrenia Keryneia, Cyprus.
94 km (58 mi) E from epicenter	Larnaca Larnaka, Cyprus.
126 km (78 mi) ENE from epicenter	Famagusta Ammochostos, Cyprus.
134 km (83 mi) E from epicenter	Protaras Ammochostos, Cyprus.
136 km (85 mi) N from epicenter	Anamur Mersin, Türkiye.
142 km (88 mi) NNE from epicenter	Bozyazı Mersin, Türkiye.
158 km (98 mi) N from epicenter	Gazipaşa Antalya, Türkiye.
186 km (116 mi) NNW from epicenter	Mahmutlar Antalya, Türkiye.
194 km (121 mi) NNW from epicenter	Alanya Antalya, Türkiye.
199 km (124 mi) N from epicenter	Ermenek Karaman, Türkiye.
207 km (129 mi) NE from epicenter	Silifke Mersin, Türkiye.
212 km (132 mi) NNE from epicenter	Mut Mersin, Türkiye.
236 km (147 mi) N from epicenter	Hadim Konya, Türkiye.
237 km (147 mi) NNW from epicenter	Manavgat Antalya, Türkiye.
247 km (153 mi) NE from epicenter	Erdemli Mersin, Türkiye.
260 km (162 mi) NW from epicenter	Tekirova Antalya, Türkiye.
261 km (162 mi) NNW from epicenter	Belek Antalya, Türkiye.
263 km (163 mi) NNE from epicenter	Karaman Karaman, Türkiye.
263 km (163 mi) NW from epicenter	Beykonak Antalya, Türkiye.
265 km (165 mi) NNW from epicenter	Serik Antalya, Türkiye.
266 km (165 mi) NW from epicenter	Kemer Antalya, Türkiye.
279 km (173 mi) NW from epicenter	Muratpaşa Antalya, Türkiye.
284 km (176 mi) NE from epicenter	Mersin Mersin, Türkiye.
284 km (176 mi) NW from epicenter	Antalya Antalya, Türkiye.
286 km (178 mi) ESE from epicenter	Ra’s Bayrūt Beyrouth, Lebanon.
288 km (179 mi) ESE from epicenter	Beirut Beyrouth, Lebanon.
291 km (181 mi) NNW from epicenter	Seydişehir Konya, Türkiye.
292 km (181 mi) ESE from epicenter	Jbaïl Mont-Liban, Lebanon.
294 km (183 mi) ESE from epicenter	Jounieh Mont-Liban, Lebanon.
294 km (183 mi) ESE from epicenter	Sidon South Governorate, Lebanon.
296 km (184 mi) ESE from epicenter	Ghazieh South Governorate, Lebanon.
298 km (185 mi) SE from epicenter	Tyre South Governorate, Lebanon.
300 km (186 mi) ENE from epicenter	Latakia Latakia Governorate, Syria.

Shaking reported by 124 people in 5 countries

People that feel an earthquake may report their experience to the US Geographic Survey. Currently, 124 people have reported shaking in 47 places in 5 countries (Cyprus, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan).We keep updating this article as more ground reports become available. You may report that you felt this earthquake here.

Places with most reports:

Pafos, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 22 people.
Lemesos, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 15 people.
Nicosia, Turkish controlled area, Cyprus: 10 people.
Pegeia, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 8 people.
Larnaca, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 4 people.
Konia, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 3 people.
Tala, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 3 people.
Pano Polemidia, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 3 people.
Mesogi, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 3 people.
Voroklini, Government controlled area, Cyprus: 3 people.

This is likely a foreshock

This earthquake was followed by a stronger MAG-5.3 earthquake, classifying this earthquake as a foreshock.

Overview of foreshocks and aftershocks

Detected MAG2.5+ earthquakes within within 100km (62 mi), that occurred in the three days before and after the main shock.
Classification	Magnitude	When	Where
Foreshock This Earthquake	M 5.2	5 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 11:31 (Nicosia Time)	12 km (8 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 3.5	5 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 11:35 (Nicosia Time)	36 km (22 mi) S from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 4.2	5 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 11:36 (Nicosia Time)	28 km (17 mi) SSW from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 4.7	5 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 11:41 (Nicosia Time)	27 km (17 mi) S from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 2.8	5 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 11:50 (Nicosia Time)	13 km (8 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 4.4	4 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 11:59 (Nicosia Time)	18 km (11 mi) SSW from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 3.1	4 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 12:04 (Nicosia Time)	10 km (6 mi) S from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 2.6	4 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 12:08 (Nicosia Time)	11 km (7 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Foreshock	M 2.6	4 hrs earlier Nov 12, 2025 12:49 (Nicosia Time)	14 km (9 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Main Shock	M 5.3	Nov 12, 2025 16:23 (Nicosia Time)	-
Aftershock	M 3.6	7 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:30 (Nicosia Time)	29 km (18 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.6	11 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:34 (Nicosia Time)	18 km (11 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.7	14 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:37 (Nicosia Time)	30 km (18 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.2	16 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:39 (Nicosia Time)	14 km (9 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.7	18 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:41 (Nicosia Time)	17 km (11 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.7	19 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:42 (Nicosia Time)	17 km (11 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.6	28 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:51 (Nicosia Time)	3 km (2.1 mi) SSW from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.8	34 mins later Nov 12, 2025 16:58 (Nicosia Time)	19 km (11 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.8	37 mins later Nov 12, 2025 17:00 (Nicosia Time)	10 km (6 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.5	40 mins later Nov 12, 2025 17:03 (Nicosia Time)	20 km (13 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.7	44 mins later Nov 12, 2025 17:07 (Nicosia Time)	18 km (11 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.5	45 mins later Nov 12, 2025 17:08 (Nicosia Time)	33 km (20 mi) SW from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.8	2 hrs later Nov 12, 2025 18:46 (Nicosia Time)	20 km (12 mi) SE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.6	3 hrs later Nov 12, 2025 19:10 (Nicosia Time)	17 km (11 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.1	3 hrs later Nov 12, 2025 19:24 (Nicosia Time)	14 km (9 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.5	5 hrs later Nov 12, 2025 21:13 (Nicosia Time)	17 km (11 mi) SE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.7	6 hrs later Nov 12, 2025 22:23 (Nicosia Time)	21 km (13 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.2	6 hrs later Nov 12, 2025 22:27 (Nicosia Time)	57 km (35 mi) SSW from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.9	14 hrs later Nov 13, 2025 06:46 (Nicosia Time)	21 km (13 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.1	17 hrs later Nov 13, 2025 09:03 (Nicosia Time)	23 km (15 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 4.6	19 hrs later Nov 13, 2025 11:27 (Nicosia Time)	30 km (18 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.8	20 hrs later Nov 13, 2025 12:08 (Nicosia Time)	21 km (13 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.3	24 hrs later Nov 13, 2025 15:55 (Nicosia Time)	29 km (18 mi) S from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 3.1	1 day later Nov 14, 2025 03:10 (Nicosia Time)	15 km (9 mi) SSE from Main Shock.
Aftershock	M 2.9	2 days later Nov 15, 2025 00:46 (Nicosia Time)	6 km (4 mi) E from Main Shock.

More earthquakes coming?

Aftershocks are usually at least 1 order of magnitude less strong than main shocks. The more time passes, the smaller the chance and likely strength of any potential aftershocks.

The chance that a significant earthquake like this one is followed by an even larger earthquake is not so large. On average, scientists estimate a 94% chance that a major earthquake will not be followed by an even larger one. It is still adviced to be aware of this risk

Read: How to Stay Safe during an Earthquake (cdc.gov).

This is the strongest earthquake in 4 years

Earthquakes of this strength occur quite regularly in the region. This is the strongest earthquake to hit since February 2nd, 2022, when a 5.3 magnitude earthquake hit 74 km (46 mi) further west-northwest. An even stronger magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck on January 11th, 2022.

In total, 4 earthquakes with a magnitude of 5.2 or higher have been registered within 300km (186 mi) of this epicenter in the past 10 years. This comes down to an average of once every 3 years.

Tsunami very unlikely

DISCLAIMER: We strongly suggest to closely monitor advice from local authorities with regards to tsunami risks. Our analysis is based on automatically collected data from external sources, and these might contain mistakes. In addition, earthquakes can cause landslides that may lead to a tsunami, or be a followed by another, potentially stonger, earthquake.

While MAG-6.5+ earthquakes may cause tsunami's, it appears that the epicenter of this earthquake hit under land. In addition, the reported depth is deeper than 100km, making the risk of a tsunami even less likely. However always stay cautious and monitor advice from local authorities.

Tsunami Risk Factors

Factor	Under Sea?	MAG-6.5 or stronger?	Shallow depth?
Explanation	Almost all tsunami's are caused by earthquakes with their epicenter under sea or very near the sea. However stay cautious in coastal areas as earthquakes on land may cause landslides into sea, potentially still causing a local tsunami.	Under MAG 6.5: Very unlikely to cause a tsunami. MAG 6.5 to 7.5: Destructive tsunami's do occur, but are uncommon. Likely to observe small sea level changes. MAG 7.6+: Earthquakes with these magnitudes might produce destructive tsunami's.	Most destructive tsunami's are caused by shallow earthquakes with a depth between 0 and 100km under the surface of the earth. Deeper tsunami's are unlikely to displace to ocean floor.
This Earthquake	This earthquake appears to have struck on land near a coastal area (19 km from the sea).	Not this earthquake. This earthquake had a magnitude of 5.2. Earthquakes of this strength are unlikely to trigger a tsunami.	This earthquake occurred at a depth of of 25 km (16 mi). Earthquakes this shallow could trigger a tsunami.

Sources

Last updated 05/12/25 12:48 (). As more information on this earthquake becomes available this article will be updated. This article is automatically composed based on data originating from multiple sources.