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.
Jul 28, 2026 04:04PM
On Tuesday Afternoon a Shallow M5.1 Earthquake struck 243km from Xining in China.
Jul 28, 2026 11:34AM
On Tuesday Morning a Shallow M5.8 Earthquake struck 242km from Xining in China.
Jul 28, 2026 11:16AM
Unusually powerful M5.7 FORESHOCK hit 245km from Xining in China on Tuesday Morning.
Lanzhou Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 67 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 6 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 | 58 | 86.57% |
| Mag. 5 | 9 | 13.43% |
| 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 3 magnitude earthquake hit near Lanzhou on the night of July 29, 2026 at 03:01 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 103km west of Lanzhou at a depth of 8km 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, 67 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 54 days.
