Latest earthquakes near Shimane, Japan today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Shimane, Japan, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Shimane? If an earthquake is happening right now near Shimane (also known as 島根県), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Shimane Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Shimane. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Shimane and elsewhere.
Apr 17, 2024 11:14PM
On Wednesday Evening a DAMAGING M6.3 Earthquake struck in the Philippine Sea near Uwajima (Japan).
Jan 1, 2024 04:10PM
On Monday Afternoon a DESTRUCTIVE M7.5 Earthquake struck near Toyama in Japan.
Shimane Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 181 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Shimane, Japan in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 18 earthquakes per year, or 1 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Shimane roughly every 20 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Shimane in 2021. A total of 24 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Shimane that year. The strongest had a 5.2 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Shimane in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Shimane 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 | 169 | 93.37% |
| Mag. 5 | 10 | 5.52% |
| Mag. 6 | 2 | 1.1% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Shimane
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Shimane occurred on Apr 17, 2024 23:14 local time (Asia/Tokyo timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.3 and struck 265 kilometers (165 mi) south-southwest of Matsue, at a depth of 26 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Shimane in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7 earthquake struck on Mar 7, 1927 18:27, 176 kilometers (109 mi) south-southwest of Matsue. It is the strongest earthquake near Shimane 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 Shimane, Japan 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 Shimane.
Earthquakes by city in Shimane
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Shimane, Japan.
Use this regional Shimane earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Izumo, Masuda, Hamada, Yasugichō, Ōdachō-ōda, Hiratachō and Gōtsuchō.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Shimane.
When was the last earthquake in Shimane, Japan?
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Shimane on the evening of April 18, 2024 at 23:46 local time (Asia/Tokyo). The center of this earthquake was located 261km south-southwest of Matsue at a depth of 40km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Shimane, Japan in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Shimane, Japan?
A 7 magnitude earthquake hit near Shimane on the evening of March 7, 1927 at 18:27 local time (Asia/Tokyo). The center of this earthquake was located 176km east of Matsue at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Shimane since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Shimane, Japan?
In the past 10 years, 181 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Shimane. This averages to 18 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 20 days.
