Latest earthquakes near Jowzjan, Afghanistan today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Jowzjan, Afghanistan, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Jowzjan? If an earthquake is happening right now near Jowzjan (also known as Jowzjān), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Jowzjan Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Jowzjan. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Jowzjan and elsewhere.
Oct 15, 2023 08:06AM
On Sunday Morning a DAMAGING M6.3 Earthquake struck near Herāt in Afghanistan.
Jowzjan Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 121 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Jowzjan, Afghanistan in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 12 earthquakes per year, or 1 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Jowzjan roughly every 30 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Jowzjan in 2023. A total of 18 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Jowzjan that year. The strongest had a 4.9 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Jowzjan in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Jowzjan during this time. Usually, higher magnitudes are less common than lower magnitudes. Small earthquakes with a magnitude below 4 on the Richter scale have been omitted from this overview.
| Magnitude | Earthquakes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mag. 4 | 114 | 94.21% |
| Mag. 5 | 7 | 5.79% |
| Mag. 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Jowzjan
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Jowzjan occurred on Nov 22, 2014 18:15 local time (Asia/Kabul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.4 and struck 76 kilometers (47 mi) east-southeast of Shibirghān, at a depth of 22 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Jowzjan in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.3 earthquake struck on Jun 10, 1956 03:43, 237 kilometers (147 mi) east-southeast of Shibirghān. It is the strongest earthquake near Jowzjan in the past 124 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Jowzjan, Afghanistan in the past 10 years. You can use the tabs to find the heaviest historic earthquakes since the year 1900 or within a specific year or distance from Jowzjan.
Earthquakes by city in Jowzjan
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Jowzjan, Afghanistan.
Use this regional Jowzjan earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Qarqīn.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Jowzjan.
When was the last earthquake in Jowzjan, Afghanistan?
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Jowzjan on the morning of April 23, 2024 at 06:00 local time (Asia/Kabul). The center of this earthquake was located 268km east of Shibirghān at a depth of 44km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Jowzjan, Afghanistan in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Jowzjan, Afghanistan?
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Jowzjan on the night of June 10, 1956 at 03:43 local time (Asia/Kabul). The center of this earthquake was located 237km south-east of Shibirghān at a depth of 25km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Jowzjan since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Jowzjan, Afghanistan?
In the past 10 years, 121 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Jowzjan. This averages to 12 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 30 days.
