Latest earthquakes near Yogyakarta, Indonesia today
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Recent Yogyakarta Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Yogyakarta. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Yogyakarta and elsewhere.
Aug 26, 2024 07:57PM
Significant M5.5 Earthquake struck on Monday Evening in the Indian Ocean 116km from Yogyakarta (Indonesia).
Yogyakarta Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 676 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Yogyakarta, Indonesia in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 67 earthquakes per year, or 5 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Yogyakarta roughly every 5 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Yogyakarta in 2014. A total of 101 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Yogyakarta that year. The strongest had a 6.1 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Yogyakarta in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Yogyakarta 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 | 617 | 91.27% |
| Mag. 5 | 54 | 7.99% |
| Mag. 6 | 4 | 0.59% |
| Mag. 7 | 1 | 0.15% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Yogyakarta
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Yogyakarta occurred on Apr 14, 2023 16:55 local time (Asia/Jakarta timezone). It had a magnitude of 7 and struck 270 kilometers (168 mi) north-east of Yogyakarta, at a depth of 597 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Yogyakarta in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.6 earthquake struck on Sep 11, 1921 11:08, 252 kilometers (157 mi) north-east of Yogyakarta. It is the strongest earthquake near Yogyakarta 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 Yogyakarta, 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 Yogyakarta.
Earthquakes by city in Yogyakarta
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Use this regional Yogyakarta earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Kasihan, Sewon, Melati, Gamping Lor, Godean, Bantul, Sleman, Pandak, Bambanglipuro, Srandakan and Pundong.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Yogyakarta.
When was the last earthquake in Yogyakarta, Indonesia?
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Yogyakarta on the evening of September 16, 2024 at 22:32 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 51km south-southwest of Yogyakarta at a depth of 21km under water in the Indian Ocean. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Yogyakarta, Indonesia in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Yogyakarta, Indonesia?
A 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Yogyakarta on the morning of September 11, 1921 at 11:08 local time (Asia/Jakarta). The center of this earthquake was located 252km south of Yogyakarta at a depth of 15km under water in the Indian Ocean. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Yogyakarta since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Yogyakarta, Indonesia?
In the past 10 years, 676 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Yogyakarta. This averages to 68 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 5 days.
