Latest earthquakes near Tasikmalaya, West Java today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Tasikmalaya, West Java, Indonesia, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Tasikmalaya? If an earthquake is happening right now near Tasikmalaya (also known as Kota Tasikmalaya), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Tasikmalaya Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Tasikmalaya. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Tasikmalaya and elsewhere.
Apr 27, 2024 11:29PM
Strong M6.1 Earthquake hit 43mi from Indonesia on Saturday Evening.
Apr 22, 2024 06:11PM
Significant M5.3 Earthquake hit in the Indian Ocean 158km from Yogyakarta (Indonesia) on Monday Evening.
Apr 22, 2024 06:10PM
Significant M5.1 Earthquake struck on Monday Evening in the Indian Ocean 164km from Yogyakarta (Indonesia).
Tasikmalaya Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 828 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Tasikmalaya, West Java in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 82 earthquakes per year, or 6 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Tasikmalaya roughly every 4 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Tasikmalaya in 2022. A total of 113 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Tasikmalaya that year. The strongest had a 5.8 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Tasikmalaya in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Tasikmalaya 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 | 748 | 90.34% |
| Mag. 5 | 76 | 9.18% |
| Mag. 6 | 4 | 0.48% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Tasikmalaya
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Tasikmalaya occurred on Oct 19, 2016 07:26 local time (Asia/Jakarta timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.6 and struck 274 kilometers (170 mi) north of Tasikmalaya, at a depth of 614 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Tasikmalaya in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.7 earthquake struck on Jul 17, 2006 15:19, 235 kilometers (146 mi) north of Tasikmalaya. It is the strongest earthquake near Tasikmalaya 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 Tasikmalaya, West 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 Tasikmalaya.
Nearest earthquakes from Tasikmalaya
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Tasikmalaya, West 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 Tasikmalaya.
When was the last earthquake in Tasikmalaya, West Java?
A 3.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Tasikmalaya on the morning of May 7, 2024 at 08:16 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 133km southwest of Tasikmalaya at a depth of 14km under water in the Indian Ocean. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Tasikmalaya, West Java in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Tasikmalaya, West Java?
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Tasikmalaya on the afternoon of July 17, 2006 at 15:19 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 235km south-southwest of Tasikmalaya at a depth of 20km under water in the Indian Ocean. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Tasikmalaya since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Tasikmalaya, West Java?
In the past 10 years, 828 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Tasikmalaya. This averages to 83 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 4 days.
