Latest earthquakes near Hangzhou, Zhejiang today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Hangzhou? If an earthquake is happening right now near Hangzhou (also known as 杭州), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Hangzhou Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Hangzhou. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Hangzhou and elsewhere.
Apr 3, 2024 07:58AM
Unusually powerful M7.4 Earthquake struck on Wednesday Morning in the Philippine Sea near Hualien City (Taiwan).
Hangzhou Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 3 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Hangzhou, Zhejiang in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Hangzhou in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Hangzhou 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 | 3 | 100.0% |
| Mag. 5 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 Hangzhou
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Hangzhou occurred on Sep 14, 2024 05:12 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 4.2 and struck 296 kilometers (184 mi) north-west of Hangzhou, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Hangzhou in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.6 earthquake struck on Dec 1, 1921 18:49, 98 kilometers (61 mi) north-west of Hangzhou. It is the strongest earthquake near Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou, Zhejiang 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 Hangzhou.
Nearest earthquakes from Hangzhou
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Hangzhou, Zhejiang. 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 Hangzhou.
When was the last earthquake in Hangzhou, Zhejiang?
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Hangzhou on the night of September 14, 2024 at 05:12 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 296km northwest of Hangzhou at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Hangzhou, Zhejiang in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Hangzhou, Zhejiang?
A 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Hangzhou on the evening of December 1, 1921 at 18:49 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 98km north-northwest of Hangzhou at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Hangzhou since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Hangzhou, Zhejiang?
In the past 10 years, 3 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Hangzhou. This averages to 0 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 1217 days.
