Latest earthquakes near Gaza, Mozambique today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Gaza, Mozambique, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Gaza? If an earthquake is happening right now near Gaza, it will show up within minutes.
Gaza Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 2 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Gaza, Mozambique in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Gaza in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Gaza 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 | 2 | 100.0% |
| Mag. 5 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Gaza
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Gaza occurred on Jul 2, 2022 19:19 local time (Africa/Maputo timezone). It had a magnitude of 4.7 and struck 285 kilometers (177 mi) east-southeast of Xai-Xai, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Gaza in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.1 earthquake struck on May 19, 1940 20:16, 276 kilometers (171 mi) east-southeast of Xai-Xai. It is the strongest earthquake near Gaza 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 Gaza, Mozambique 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 Gaza.
Earthquakes by city in Gaza
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Gaza, Mozambique.
Use this regional Gaza earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Chokwé, Chibuto and Macia.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Gaza.
When was the last earthquake in Gaza, Mozambique?
A 3.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Gaza on the evening of April 5, 2024 at 19:26 local time (Africa/Maputo). The center of this earthquake was located 291km northwest of Xai-Xai at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Gaza, Mozambique in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Gaza, Mozambique?
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Gaza on the evening of May 19, 1940 at 20:16 local time (Africa/Maputo). The center of this earthquake was located 276km north-northwest of Xai-Xai at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Gaza since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Gaza, Mozambique?
In the past 10 years, 2 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Gaza. This averages to 0 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 1825 days.
