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Latest earthquakes near Fort-de-France, Martinique today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Fort-de-France, Martinique, Martinique, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Fort-de-France? If an earthquake is happening right now near Fort-de-France, it will show up within minutes.
Recent Fort-de-France Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Fort-de-France. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Fort-de-France and elsewhere.
May 16, 2026 10:50AM
Strong M6.0 Earthquake struck on Saturday Morning in the Caribbean Sea near Saint John’s (Antigua and Barbuda).
May 16, 2026 10:50AM
On Saturday Morning a Strong M6.0 Earthquake struck in the North Atlantic Ocean near Saint John’s (Antigua and Barbuda).
Fort-de-France Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 223 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Fort-de-France, Martinique in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 22 earthquakes per year, or 1 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Fort-de-France roughly every 16 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Fort-de-France in 2025. A total of 64 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Fort-de-France that year. The strongest had a 6.5 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Fort-de-France in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Fort-de-France 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 | 207 | 92.83% |
| Mag. 5 | 13 | 5.83% |
| Mag. 6 | 3 | 1.35% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Fort-de-France
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Fort-de-France occurred on Oct 27, 2025 08:38 local time (America/Martinique timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.5 and struck 270 kilometers (168 mi) north-east of Fort-de-France, at a depth of 9 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Fort-de-France in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.4 earthquake struck on Nov 29, 2007 15:00, 44 kilometers (27 mi) north-east of Fort-de-France. It is the strongest earthquake near Fort-de-France 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 Fort-de-France, Martinique 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 Fort-de-France.
Nearest earthquakes from Fort-de-France
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Fort-de-France, Martinique. 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 Fort-de-France.
When was the last earthquake in Fort-de-France, Martinique?
A 6 magnitude earthquake hit near Fort-de-France on the morning of May 16, 2026 at 10:50 local time (America/Marchtinique). The center of this earthquake was located 296km north of Fort-de-France at a depth of 59km under water in the Caribbean Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Fort-de-France, Martinique in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Fort-de-France, Martinique?
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Fort-de-France on the afternoon of November 29, 2007 at 15:00 local time (America/Marchtinique). The center of this earthquake was located 44km north-northwest of Fort-de-France at a depth of 156km under water in the Caribbean Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Fort-de-France since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Fort-de-France, Martinique?
In the past 10 years, 223 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Fort-de-France. This averages to 22 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 16 days.
