Latest earthquakes near Klang, Selangor today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Klang, Selangor, Malaysia, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Klang? If an earthquake is happening right now near Klang, it will show up within minutes.
Recent Klang Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Klang. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Klang and elsewhere.
Aug 15, 2026 06:54PM
Unusually powerful M6.9 Earthquake hit near Pematangsiantar in Indonesia on Saturday Afternoon.
Klang Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 140 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Klang, Selangor in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 14 earthquakes per year, or 1 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Klang roughly every 26 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Klang in 2022. A total of 17 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Klang 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 Klang in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Klang 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 | 128 | 91.43% |
| Mag. 5 | 11 | 7.86% |
| Mag. 6 | 1 | 0.71% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Klang
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Klang occurred on Aug 15, 2026 18:54 local time (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.9 and struck 270 kilometers (168 mi) west of Klang, at a depth of 173 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Klang in the list below.
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Klang, Selangor 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 Klang.
Nearest earthquakes from Klang
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Klang, Selangor. 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 Klang.
When was the last earthquake in Klang, Selangor?
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Klang on the evening of August 16, 2026 at 21:20 local time (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). The center of this earthquake was located 293km west of Klang at a depth of 179km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Klang, Selangor in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Klang, Selangor?
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Klang on the evening of August 15, 2026 at 18:54 local time (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). The center of this earthquake was located 270km west of Klang at a depth of 173km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Klang since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Klang, Selangor?
In the past 10 years, 140 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Klang. This averages to 14 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 26 days.
