Latest earthquakes near Kaithal, Haryana today
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Recent Kaithal Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Kaithal. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Kaithal and elsewhere.
Oct 6, 2026 10:23PM
Shallow M5.1 Earthquake struck on Tuesday Evening near Haldwani in India.
Kaithal Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 61 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Kaithal, Haryana 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 Kaithal in 2026. A total of 11 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Kaithal that year. The strongest had a 4.9 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Kaithal in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Kaithal 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 | 59 | 96.72% |
| Mag. 5 | 2 | 3.28% |
| 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 Kaithal
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Kaithal occurred on Feb 6, 2017 22:33 local time (Asia/Kolkata timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.1 and struck 282 kilometers (175 mi) east-northeast of Kaithal, at a depth of 16 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Kaithal in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.8 earthquake struck on Oct 20, 1991 02:53, 253 kilometers (157 mi) east-northeast of Kaithal. It is the strongest earthquake near Kaithal 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 Kaithal, Haryana 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 Kaithal.
Nearest earthquakes from Kaithal
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Kaithal, Haryana. 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 Kaithal.
When was the last earthquake in Kaithal, Haryana?
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Kaithal on the afternoon of October 12, 2026 at 16:40 local time (Asia/Kolkata). The center of this earthquake was located 287km north of Kaithal at a depth of 5km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Kaithal, Haryana in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Kaithal, Haryana?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Kaithal on the night of October 20, 1991 at 02:53 local time (Asia/Kolkata). The center of this earthquake was located 253km east-northeast of Kaithal at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Kaithal since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Kaithal, Haryana?
In the past 10 years, 61 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Kaithal. This averages to 6 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 60 days.
