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There are several reasons. First, there isn't always magma (what lava is called when it is underground). The magma is usually trapped far below the volcano, unless the volcano is erupting or about to erupt. Second, heat alone cannot create an explosion. An explosion requires rapid expansion. Explosive volcanic eruptions occur when gas trapped in the magma is suddenly released as pressure on the magma decreases, or when water flash boils on contact with lava or magma. If there is no gas, and no water, there cannot be an explosive eruption. Third, the kinds of magma most likely to cause explosive eruptions are very viscous, meaning they do not flow very easily. As a result, they tend to get "stuck." Finally, the poper term is "erupt" not "explode" as not all eruptions are explosive. If there is not enough gas the volcano will ooze out lava rather than causing an explosion.

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