Latest earthquakes near Neuquen, Argentina today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Neuquen, Argentina, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Neuquen? If an earthquake is happening right now near Neuquen (also known as Neuquén), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Neuquen Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Neuquen. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Neuquen and elsewhere.
Apr 3, 2024 10:51AM
Significant M5.2 Earthquake hit near Chiguayante in Chile on Wednesday Morning.
Neuquen Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 107 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Neuquen, Argentina in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 10 earthquakes per year
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Neuquen in 2021. A total of 18 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Neuquen that year. The strongest had a 5.6 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Neuquen in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Neuquen 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 | 102 | 95.33% |
| Mag. 5 | 4 | 3.74% |
| Mag. 6 | 1 | 0.93% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Neuquen
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Neuquen occurred on Jul 17, 2023 00:05 local time (America/Argentina/Salta timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.6 and struck 86 kilometers (53 mi) north-northwest of Zapala, at a depth of 186 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Neuquen in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.8 earthquake struck on May 22, 1960 15:56, 276 kilometers (171 mi) north-northwest of Zapala. It is the strongest earthquake near Neuquen 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 Neuquen, Argentina 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 Neuquen.
Earthquakes by city in Neuquen
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Neuquen, Argentina.
Use this regional Neuquen earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Cutral-Có, Centenario, Plottier and San Martín de los Andes.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Neuquen.
When was the last earthquake in Neuquen, Argentina?
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Neuquen on the afternoon of April 24, 2024 at 12:10 local time (America/Argentina/Salta). The center of this earthquake was located 231km west-southwest of Zapala at a depth of 77km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Neuquen, Argentina in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Neuquen, Argentina?
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Neuquen on the afternoon of May 22, 1960 at 15:56 local time (America/Argentina/Salta). The center of this earthquake was located 276km west-northwest of Zapala at a depth of 25km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Neuquen since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Neuquen, Argentina?
In the past 10 years, 107 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Neuquen. This averages to 11 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 34 days.
