Latest earthquakes near Jambi, Indonesia today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Jambi, Indonesia, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Jambi? If an earthquake is happening right now near Jambi (also known as Provinsi Jambi), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Jambi Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Jambi. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Jambi and elsewhere.
Aug 18, 2026 01:02PM
Shallow M5.6 Earthquake struck on Tuesday Afternoon in the Indian Ocean 217km from Padang (Indonesia).
Jambi Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 841 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Jambi, Indonesia in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 84 earthquakes per year, or 7 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Jambi roughly every 4 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Jambi in 2020. A total of 121 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Jambi that year. The strongest had a 6.9 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Jambi in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Jambi 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 | 730 | 86.8% |
| Mag. 5 | 104 | 12.37% |
| Mag. 6 | 7 | 0.83% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Jambi
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Jambi occurred on Aug 19, 2020 05:29 local time (Asia/Jakarta timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.9 and struck 240 kilometers (149 mi) south of Sungai Penuh, at a depth of 26 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Jambi in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-8.4 earthquake struck on Sep 12, 2007 18:10, 265 kilometers (165 mi) south of Sungai Penuh. It is the strongest earthquake near Jambi 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 Jambi, Indonesia 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 Jambi.
Earthquakes by city in Jambi
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Jambi, Indonesia.
Use this regional Jambi earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Mendaha, Simpang and Kuala Tungkal.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Jambi.
When was the last earthquake in Jambi, Indonesia?
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Jambi on the afternoon of August 31, 2026 at 16:11 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 98km south of Sungai Penuh at a depth of 12km under water in the Indian Ocean. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Jambi, Indonesia in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Jambi, Indonesia?
A 8.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Jambi on the evening of September 12, 2007 at 18:10 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 265km south of Sungai Penuh at a depth of 34km under water in the Indian Ocean. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Jambi since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Jambi, Indonesia?
In the past 10 years, 841 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Jambi. This averages to 84 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 4 days.
