Latest earthquakes near Lhokseumawe, Aceh today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Lhokseumawe? If an earthquake is happening right now near Lhokseumawe (also known as Kota Lhokseumawe), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Lhokseumawe Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Lhokseumawe. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Lhokseumawe and elsewhere.
Dec 9, 2025 02:02PM
Shallow M5.2 Earthquake hit in the Indian Ocean 179km from Meulaboh (Indonesia) on Tuesday Afternoon.
Nov 27, 2025 11:56AM
On Thursday Morning an Unusually powerful M6.6 Earthquake struck 309km from Medan in Indonesia.
Lhokseumawe Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 448 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Lhokseumawe, Aceh in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 44 earthquakes per year, or 3 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Lhokseumawe roughly every 8 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Lhokseumawe in 2020. A total of 58 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Lhokseumawe 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 Lhokseumawe in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Lhokseumawe 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 | 407 | 90.85% |
| Mag. 5 | 39 | 8.71% |
| Mag. 6 | 2 | 0.45% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Lhokseumawe
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Lhokseumawe occurred on Dec 7, 2016 05:03 local time (Asia/Jakarta timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.5 and struck 109 kilometers (68 mi) west of Lhokseumawe, at a depth of 13 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Lhokseumawe in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-9.3 earthquake struck on Dec 26, 2004 07:58, 245 kilometers (152 mi) west of Lhokseumawe. It is the strongest earthquake near Lhokseumawe in the past 125 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Lhokseumawe, Aceh 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 Lhokseumawe.
Nearest earthquakes from Lhokseumawe
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Lhokseumawe, Aceh. 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 Lhokseumawe.
When was the last earthquake in Lhokseumawe, Aceh?
A 2.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Lhokseumawe on the morning of December 15, 2025 at 09:10 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 108km southwest of Lhokseumawe at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Lhokseumawe, Aceh in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Lhokseumawe, Aceh?
A 9.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Lhokseumawe on the morning of December 26, 2004 at 07:58 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 245km southwest of Lhokseumawe at a depth of 10km under water in the Indian Ocean. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Lhokseumawe since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Lhokseumawe, Aceh?
In the past 10 years, 448 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Lhokseumawe. This averages to 45 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 8 days.
