Latest earthquakes near Sumqayit, Azerbaijan today
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Recent Sumqayit Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Sumqayit. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Sumqayit and elsewhere.
Mar 11, 2026 11:55AM
Shallow M5.1 Earthquake hit near Balkanabat in Turkmenistan on Wednesday Afternoon.
Sumqayit Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 204 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Sumqayit, Azerbaijan in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 20 earthquakes per year, or 1 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Sumqayit roughly every 17 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Sumqayit in 2023. A total of 28 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Sumqayit that year. The strongest had a 5.4 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Sumqayit in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Sumqayit 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 | 189 | 92.65% |
| Mag. 5 | 15 | 7.35% |
| 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 Sumqayit
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Sumqayit occurred on Dec 8, 2022 10:42 local time (Asia/Baku timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 293 kilometers (182 mi) north-west of Sumqayıt, at a depth of 61 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Sumqayit in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.8 earthquake struck on Nov 25, 2000 22:09, 45 kilometers (28 mi) north-west of Sumqayıt. It is the strongest earthquake near Sumqayit in the past 126 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Sumqayit, Azerbaijan 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 Sumqayit.
Earthquakes by city in Sumqayit
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Sumqayit, Azerbaijan.
Use this regional Sumqayit earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Hacı Zeynalabdin.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Sumqayit.
When was the last earthquake in Sumqayit, Azerbaijan?
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Sumqayit on the afternoon of March 27, 2026 at 14:22 local time (Asia/Baku). The center of this earthquake was located 223km southwest of Sumqayıt at a depth of 26km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Sumqayit, Azerbaijan in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Sumqayit, Azerbaijan?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Sumqayit on the evening of November 25, 2000 at 22:09 local time (Asia/Baku). The center of this earthquake was located 45km south-southeast of Sumqayıt at a depth of 50km under water in the Caspian Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Sumqayit since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Sumqayit, Azerbaijan?
In the past 10 years, 204 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Sumqayit. This averages to 20 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 18 days.
