Latest earthquakes near Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan today
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Issyk-Kul Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 706 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 70 earthquakes per year, or 5 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Issyk-Kul roughly every 5 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Issyk-Kul in 2024. A total of 258 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Issyk-Kul that year. The strongest had a 7 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Issyk-Kul in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Issyk-Kul 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 | 672 | 95.18% |
| Mag. 5 | 33 | 4.67% |
| Mag. 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 7 | 1 | 0.14% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Issyk-Kul
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Issyk-Kul occurred on Jan 23, 2024 00:09 local time (Asia/Bishkek timezone). It had a magnitude of 7 and struck 138 kilometers (86 mi) south of Karakol, at a depth of 13 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Issyk-Kul in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-8 earthquake struck on Jan 4, 1911 04:24, 138 kilometers (86 mi) south of Karakol. It is the strongest earthquake near Issyk-Kul 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 Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan 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 Issyk-Kul.
Earthquakes by city in Issyk-Kul
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan.
Use this regional Issyk-Kul earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Balykchy, Cholpon-Ata and Kyzyl-Suu.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Issyk-Kul.
When was the last earthquake in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan?
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Issyk-Kul on the morning of May 19, 2026 at 11:43 local time (Asia/Bishkek). The center of this earthquake was located 198km south of Karakol at a depth of 0km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan?
A 8 magnitude earthquake hit near Issyk-Kul on the night of January 4, 1911 at 04:24 local time (Asia/Bishkek). The center of this earthquake was located 138km west-northwest of Karakol at a depth of 20km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Issyk-Kul since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan?
In the past 10 years, 706 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Issyk-Kul. This averages to 71 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 5 days.
