Latest earthquakes near Rizhao, Shandong today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Rizhao, Shandong, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Rizhao? If an earthquake is happening right now near Rizhao (also known as 日照), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Rizhao Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Rizhao. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Rizhao and elsewhere.
Aug 6, 2023 02:33AM
DESTRUCTIVE M5.4 Earthquake struck on Sunday Night near Dezhou in China.
Rizhao Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 12 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Rizhao, Shandong in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Rizhao in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Rizhao 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 | 10 | 83.33% |
| Mag. 5 | 2 | 16.67% |
| 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 Rizhao
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Rizhao occurred on Dec 7, 2023 23:01 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 5 and struck 74 kilometers (46 mi) south-southeast of Rizhao, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Rizhao in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.6 earthquake struck on Feb 3, 1927 11:53, 286 kilometers (178 mi) south-southeast of Rizhao. It is the strongest earthquake near Rizhao in the past 124 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Rizhao, Shandong 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 Rizhao.
Nearest earthquakes from Rizhao
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Rizhao, Shandong. 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 Rizhao.
When was the last earthquake in Rizhao, Shandong?
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Rizhao on the morning of March 19, 2024 at 11:03 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 131km south-east of Rizhao at a depth of 10km under water in the Yellow Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Rizhao, Shandong in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Rizhao, Shandong?
A 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Rizhao on the morning of February 3, 1927 at 11:53 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 286km south-east of Rizhao at a depth of 20km under water in the Yellow Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Rizhao since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Rizhao, Shandong?
In the past 10 years, 12 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Rizhao. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 304 days.
