Latest earthquakes near Batang, Central Java today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Batang, Central Java, Indonesia, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Batang? If an earthquake is happening right now near Batang, it will show up within minutes.
Recent Batang Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Batang. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Batang and elsewhere.
Jan 27, 2026 08:20AM
Significant M5.7 Earthquake hit near Ponorogo in Indonesia on Tuesday Morning.
Batang Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 404 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Batang, Central Java in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 40 earthquakes per year, or 3 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Batang roughly every 9 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Batang in 2024. A total of 75 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Batang that year. The strongest had a 6.4 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Batang in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Batang 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 | 364 | 90.1% |
| Mag. 5 | 35 | 8.66% |
| Mag. 6 | 4 | 0.99% |
| Mag. 7 | 1 | 0.25% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Batang
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Batang occurred on Apr 14, 2023 16:55 local time (Asia/Jakarta timezone). It had a magnitude of 7 and struck 156 kilometers (97 mi) east-northeast of Batang, at a depth of 597 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Batang in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.4 earthquake struck on Jul 23, 1943 23:53, 256 kilometers (159 mi) east-northeast of Batang. It is the strongest earthquake near Batang 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 Batang, Central Java 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 Batang.
Nearest earthquakes from Batang
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Batang, Central Java. 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 Batang.
When was the last earthquake in Batang, Central Java?
A 2.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Batang on the afternoon of February 2, 2026 at 16:08 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 272km south of Batang at a depth of 33km under water in the Indian Ocean. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Batang, Central Java in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Batang, Central Java?
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Batang on the evening of July 23, 1943 at 23:53 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 256km south-southwest of Batang at a depth of 60km under water in the Indian Ocean. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Batang since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Batang, Central Java?
In the past 10 years, 404 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Batang. This averages to 40 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 9 days.
