Latest earthquakes near Al Batinah South, Oman today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Al Batinah South, Oman, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Al Batinah South? If an earthquake is happening right now near Al Batinah South (also known as منطقة الباطنة), it will show up within minutes.
Al Batinah South Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 4 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Al Batinah South, Oman in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Al Batinah South in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Al Batinah South 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 | 4 | 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 Al Batinah South
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Al Batinah South occurred on Oct 21, 2023 10:00 local time (Asia/Muscat timezone). It had a magnitude of 4.9 and struck 224 kilometers (139 mi) east-southeast of Barkā’, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Al Batinah South in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.1 earthquake struck on Oct 3, 1947 10:13, 280 kilometers (174 mi) east-southeast of Barkā’. It is the strongest earthquake near Al Batinah South 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 Al Batinah South, Oman 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 Al Batinah South.
Earthquakes by city in Al Batinah South
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Al Batinah South, Oman.
Use this regional Al Batinah South earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Rustaq and Oman Smart Future City.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Al Batinah South.
When was the last earthquake in Al Batinah South, Oman?
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Al Batinah South on the morning of October 21, 2023 at 10:00 local time (Asia/Muscat). The center of this earthquake was located 224km east-southeast of Barkā’ at a depth of 10km under water in the Gulf Of Oman. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Al Batinah South, Oman in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Al Batinah South, Oman?
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Al Batinah South on the morning of October 3, 1947 at 10:13 local time (Asia/Muscat). The center of this earthquake was located 280km north-northwest of Barkā’ at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Al Batinah South since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Al Batinah South, Oman?
In the past 10 years, 4 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Al Batinah South. This averages to 0 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 913 days.
