Latest earthquakes near Dunhuang, Gansu today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Dunhuang, Gansu, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Dunhuang? If an earthquake is happening right now near Dunhuang (also known as 敦煌市), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Dunhuang Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Dunhuang. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Dunhuang and elsewhere.
Jun 17, 2026 10:20PM
Shallow M5.2 AFTERSHOCK hit 259km from Dunhuang in China on Wednesday Evening.
Jun 16, 2026 05:45PM
On Tuesday Afternoon a Shallow M5.4 AFTERSHOCK struck 278km from Dunhuang in China.
Jun 16, 2026 05:42PM
Shallow M5.2 AFTERSHOCK struck on Tuesday Afternoon 243km from Dunhuang in China.
Jun 16, 2026 05:06PM
DAMAGING M6.3 Earthquake hit 261km from Dunhuang in China on Tuesday Afternoon.
Dunhuang Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 62 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Dunhuang, Gansu in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 6 earthquakes per year
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Dunhuang in 2026. A total of 16 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Dunhuang that year. The strongest had a 6.3 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Dunhuang in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Dunhuang 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 | 39 | 62.9% |
| Mag. 5 | 22 | 35.48% |
| Mag. 6 | 1 | 1.61% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Dunhuang
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Dunhuang occurred on Jun 16, 2026 17:06 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.3 and struck 261 kilometers (162 mi) south of Dunhuang, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Dunhuang in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.8 earthquake struck on Dec 25, 1932 10:04, 179 kilometers (111 mi) south of Dunhuang. It is the strongest earthquake near Dunhuang 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 Dunhuang, Gansu 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 Dunhuang.
Nearest earthquakes from Dunhuang
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Dunhuang, Gansu. 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 Dunhuang.
When was the last earthquake in Dunhuang, Gansu?
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Dunhuang on the evening of June 17, 2026 at 22:20 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 259km south of Dunhuang at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Dunhuang, Gansu in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Dunhuang, Gansu?
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Dunhuang on the morning of December 25, 1932 at 10:04 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 179km east-southeast of Dunhuang at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Dunhuang since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Dunhuang, Gansu?
In the past 10 years, 62 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Dunhuang. This averages to 6 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 59 days.
