Latest earthquakes near Padang, West Sumatra today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Padang? If an earthquake is happening right now near Padang (also known as Kota Padang), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Padang Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Padang. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Padang and elsewhere.
Aug 18, 2026 01:02PM
Shallow M5.6 Earthquake struck on Tuesday Afternoon in the Indian Ocean 217km from Padang (Indonesia).
Aug 15, 2026 05:54PM
Unusually powerful M6.9 Earthquake hit near Pematangsiantar in Indonesia on Saturday Afternoon.
Padang Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 830 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Padang, West Sumatra in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 83 earthquakes per year, or 6 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Padang roughly every 4 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Padang in 2022. A total of 116 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Padang that year. The strongest had a 6.7 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Padang in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 8 or above have occurred near Padang 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 | 712 | 85.78% |
| Mag. 5 | 109 | 13.13% |
| Mag. 6 | 8 | 0.96% |
| Mag. 7 | 1 | 0.12% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Padang
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Padang occurred on Apr 25, 2023 03:00 local time (Asia/Jakarta timezone). It had a magnitude of 7.1 and struck 206 kilometers (128 mi) west of Padang, at a depth of 34 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Padang in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.9 earthquake struck on Sep 13, 2007 06:49, 194 kilometers (121 mi) west of Padang. It is the strongest earthquake near Padang 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 Padang, West Sumatra 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 Padang.
Nearest earthquakes from Padang
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Padang, West Sumatra. 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 Padang.
When was the last earthquake in Padang, West Sumatra?
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Padang on the afternoon of August 31, 2026 at 16:11 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 238km south-east of Padang at a depth of 12km under water in the Indian Ocean. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Padang, West Sumatra in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Padang, West Sumatra?
A 7.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Padang on the morning of September 13, 2007 at 06:49 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 194km south-southeast of Padang at a depth of 35km under water in the Indian Ocean. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Padang since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Padang, West Sumatra?
In the past 10 years, 830 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Padang. This averages to 83 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 4 days.
