Latest earthquakes near Qiemo, Xinjiang today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Qiemo, Xinjiang, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Qiemo? If an earthquake is happening right now near Qiemo (also known as 且末), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Qiemo Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Qiemo. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Qiemo and elsewhere.
Oct 26, 2024 02:35PM
Shallow M5.1 Earthquake struck on Saturday Afternoon 125km from Kuqa in China.
Qiemo Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 45 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Qiemo, Xinjiang in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 4 earthquakes per year
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Qiemo in 2023. A total of 16 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Qiemo that year. The strongest had a 4.7 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Qiemo in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Qiemo 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 | 44 | 97.78% |
| Mag. 5 | 1 | 2.22% |
| 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 Qiemo
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Qiemo occurred on Dec 20, 2016 16:04 local time (Asia/Urumqi timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.6 and struck 121 kilometers (75 mi) south-southwest of Qiemo, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Qiemo in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.3 earthquake struck on Jul 3, 1924 10:30, 175 kilometers (109 mi) south-southwest of Qiemo. It is the strongest earthquake near Qiemo 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 Qiemo, Xinjiang 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 Qiemo.
Nearest earthquakes from Qiemo
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Qiemo, Xinjiang. 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 Qiemo.
When was the last earthquake in Qiemo, Xinjiang?
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Qiemo on the afternoon of October 26, 2024 at 14:35 local time (Asia/Urumqi). The center of this earthquake was located 341km north-northwest of Qiemo at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Qiemo, Xinjiang in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Qiemo, Xinjiang?
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Qiemo on the morning of July 3, 1924 at 10:30 local time (Asia/Urumqi). The center of this earthquake was located 175km southwest of Qiemo at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Qiemo since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Qiemo, Xinjiang?
In the past 10 years, 45 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Qiemo. This averages to 5 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 81 days.
