Latest earthquakes near Dobrich today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Dobrich, Bulgaria, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Dobrich? If an earthquake is happening right now near Dobrich (also known as Dobrici), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Dobrich Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Dobrich. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Dobrich and elsewhere.
Apr 23, 2025 12:49PM
DAMAGING M6.2 Earthquake struck on Wednesday Afternoon in the Sea Of Marmara near Istanbul (Türkiye).
Dobrich Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 107 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Dobrich 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 Dobrich in 2022. A total of 14 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Dobrich that year. The strongest had a 5.1 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Dobrich in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Dobrich 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 | 100 | 93.46% |
| Mag. 5 | 7 | 6.54% |
| 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 Dobrich
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Dobrich occurred on Sep 26, 2019 13:59 local time (Europe/Sofia timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.7 and struck 297 kilometers (185 mi) south of Dobrich, at a depth of 8 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Dobrich in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.7 earthquake struck on Nov 10, 1940 03:39, 264 kilometers (164 mi) south of Dobrich. It is the strongest earthquake near Dobrich 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 Dobrich 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 Dobrich.
Nearest earthquakes from Dobrich
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Dobrich. You can use the buttons to find nearby earthquakes for a specific year or with a specific magnitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Dobrich.
When was the last earthquake in Dobrich?
A 3 magnitude earthquake hit near Dobrich on the morning of April 21, 2026 at 11:40 local time (Europe/Sofia). The center of this earthquake was located 260km north of Dobrich at a depth of 79km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Dobrich in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Dobrich?
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Dobrich on the night of November 10, 1940 at 03:39 local time (Europe/Sofia). The center of this earthquake was located 264km north-northwest of Dobrich at a depth of 150km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Dobrich since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Dobrich?
In the past 10 years, 107 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Dobrich. This averages to 11 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 34 days.
