Latest earthquakes near Sétif, Algeria today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Sétif, Algeria, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Sétif? If an earthquake is happening right now near Sétif (also known as ولاية سطيف), it will show up within minutes.
Sétif Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 129 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Sétif, Algeria 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 Sétif roughly every 28 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Sétif in 2021. A total of 27 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Sétif that year. The strongest had a 6 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Sétif in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Sétif 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 | 119 | 92.25% |
| Mag. 5 | 9 | 6.98% |
| Mag. 6 | 1 | 0.78% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Sétif
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Sétif occurred on Mar 18, 2021 01:04 local time (Africa/Algiers timezone). It had a magnitude of 6 and struck 83 kilometers (52 mi) north-northwest of Sétif, at a depth of 8 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Sétif in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.8 earthquake struck on May 21, 2003 19:44, 181 kilometers (112 mi) north-northwest of Sétif. It is the strongest earthquake near Sétif in the past 125 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Sétif, Algeria 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 Sétif.
Earthquakes by city in Sétif
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Sétif, Algeria.
Use this regional Sétif earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Bougaa, Aïn Arnat, BABOR - VILLE and Salah Bey.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Sétif.
When was the last earthquake in Sétif, Algeria?
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Sétif on the morning of November 20, 2025 at 07:56 local time (Africa/Algiers). The center of this earthquake was located 53km south-east of Sétif at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Sétif, Algeria in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Sétif, Algeria?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Sétif on the evening of May 21, 2003 at 19:44 local time (Africa/Algiers). The center of this earthquake was located 181km west-northwest of Sétif at a depth of 12km under water in the Mediterranean Sea, Western Basin. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Sétif since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Sétif, Algeria?
In the past 10 years, 129 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Sétif. This averages to 13 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 28 days.
