Latest earthquakes near Lanzhou, Gansu today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Lanzhou, Gansu, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Lanzhou? If an earthquake is happening right now near Lanzhou (also known as 兰州), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Lanzhou Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Lanzhou. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Lanzhou and elsewhere.
Jan 26, 2026 02:56PM
Shallow M5.5 Earthquake struck on Monday Afternoon near Dianga in China.
Lanzhou Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 71 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Lanzhou, Gansu in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 7 earthquakes per year
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Lanzhou in 2022. A total of 16 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Lanzhou 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 | 62 | 87.32% |
| Mag. 5 | 9 | 12.68% |
| 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 Lanzhou
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Lanzhou occurred on Dec 18, 2023 23:59 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.9 and struck 100 kilometers (62 mi) west-southwest of Lanzhou, at a depth of 12 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Lanzhou in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.9 earthquake struck on Dec 16, 1920 20:05, 157 kilometers (98 mi) west-southwest of Lanzhou. It is the strongest earthquake near Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou, 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 Lanzhou.
Nearest earthquakes from Lanzhou
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Lanzhou, 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 Lanzhou.
When was the last earthquake in Lanzhou, Gansu?
A 4 magnitude earthquake hit near Lanzhou on the afternoon of January 30, 2026 at 15:26 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 117km north of Lanzhou at a depth of 11km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Lanzhou, Gansu in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Lanzhou, Gansu?
A 7.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Lanzhou on the evening of December 16, 1920 at 20:05 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 157km east-northeast of Lanzhou at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Lanzhou since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Lanzhou, Gansu?
In the past 10 years, 71 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Lanzhou. This averages to 7 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 51 days.
