region 1983

south of Africa earthquakes in 1983

Earthquake archive for south of Africa in 1983: 5 recorded events with dates, magnitudes, depths and epicenter details.

All periods 1982 1984

Overview

Period at a glance

Recorded earthquakes

5.8

Strongest magnitude

5.3

Average magnitude

10.0 km

Average depth

Strongest event

5.8

01 Sep 1983

south of Africa, Unknown

Depth

10.0 km

UTC

17:59:29

Coordinates

-52.484, 25.838

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Analysis of the recorded activity

During 1983, 5 earthquakes were recorded near south of Africa. Magnitudes ranged from 4.8 to 5.8, with an average of 5.3; depths ranged from 10.0 to 10.0 km, averaging 10.0 km. Activity extended from Tuesday, March 1, 1983 to Thursday, September 1, 1983 UTC.

Only 5 earthquakes in the current catalogue match this period and location.

Event list