Latest earthquakes near Central Visayas, The Philippines today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Central Visayas, The Philippines, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Central Visayas? If an earthquake is happening right now near Central Visayas (also known as Gitnang Kabisayaan), it will show up within minutes.
| Date and Time | Magnitude | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 17 hours ago (Apr 3 02:57PM Manila) |
M 3.6 | 26 km WSW from Bayawan |
| 19 hours ago (Apr 3 12:46PM Manila) |
M 3.7 | 285 km E from Cebu City |
| 1 day ago (Apr 3 08:42AM Manila) |
M 3.1 | 264 km E from Cebu City |
| 1 day ago (Apr 3 04:37AM Manila) |
M 3.5 | 153 km S from Bayawan |
| 1 day ago (Apr 2 11:33PM Manila) |
M 3.4 | 259 km E from Cebu City |
| 1 day ago (Apr 2 11:13PM Manila) |
M 3.4 | 278 km E from Cebu City |
| 1 day ago (Apr 2 09:52AM Manila) |
M 4.6 | 288 km ESE from Cebu City |
| 2 days ago (Apr 1 03:05PM Manila) |
M 4.0 | 146 km NNE from Cebu City |
| 5 days ago (Mar 30 08:32AM Manila) |
M 3.0 | 229 km SSE from Dumaguete |
| 5 days ago (Mar 30 07:42AM Manila) |
M 3.8 | 297 km ESE from Cebu City |
| 5 days ago (Mar 30 02:11AM Manila) |
M 3.3 | 261 km NE from Cebu City |
| 7 days ago (Mar 28 07:54AM Manila) |
M 3.9 | 240 km E from Cebu City |
| 7 days ago (Mar 27 11:47PM Manila) |
M 3.8 | 295 km E from Cebu City |
| 8 days ago (Mar 27 04:05AM Manila) |
M 3.1 | 294 km SE from Cebu City |
| 9 days ago (Mar 26 05:52AM Manila) |
M 3.4 | 218 km ENE from Cebu City |
| 9 days ago (Mar 26 03:29AM Manila) |
M 4.1 | 295 km ENE from Lapu-Lapu City |
| 9 days ago (Mar 25 10:00PM Manila) |
M 3.4 | 255 km E from Cebu City |
| 9 days ago (Mar 25 04:56PM Manila) |
M 3.0 | 262 km E from Cebu City |
| 9 days ago (Mar 25 09:53AM Manila) |
M 4.0 | 299 km E from Lapu-Lapu City |
| 10 days ago (Mar 24 11:17PM Manila) |
M 3.0 | 291 km NE from Cebu City |
| 11 days ago (Mar 24 05:06AM Manila) |
M 3.1 | 277 km E from Cebu City |
| 11 days ago (Mar 24 02:16AM Manila) |
M 3.2 | 232 km ESE from Cebu City |
| 11 days ago (Mar 24 12:07AM Manila) |
M 3.2 | 164 km NNE from Cebu City |
| 11 days ago (Mar 23 04:51PM Manila) |
M 3.2 | 295 km NW from Toledo |
| 12 days ago (Mar 23 05:14AM Manila) |
M 3.7 | 297 km NNE from Cebu City |
Map of Latest Earthquakes near Central Visayas
Recent Central Visayas Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Central Visayas. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Central Visayas and elsewhere.
Jan 23, 2025 07:39AM
Shallow M5.7 Earthquake struck on Thursday Morning near Surigao in The Philippines.
Central Visayas Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 1594 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Central Visayas, The Philippines in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 159 earthquakes per year, or 13 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Central Visayas roughly every 2 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Central Visayas in 2019. A total of 216 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Central Visayas that year. The strongest had a 6.4 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Central Visayas in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or above have occurred near Central Visayas 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 | 1458 | 91.47% |
| Mag. 5 | 126 | 7.9% |
| Mag. 6 | 10 | 0.63% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Central Visayas
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Central Visayas occurred on Aug 18, 2020 08:03 local time (Asia/Manila timezone). It had a magnitude of 6.6 and struck 192 kilometers (119 mi) north of Cebu City, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Central Visayas in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.8 earthquake struck on Jan 25, 1948 01:46, 186 kilometers (116 mi) north of Cebu City. It is the strongest earthquake near Central Visayas in the past 125 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Central Visayas, The Philippines 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 Central Visayas.
| Date and Time | Magnitude | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2020 08:03AM (Manila) |
M 6.6 | 192 km N from Cebu City |
| Jul 6, 2017 04:03PM (Manila) |
M 6.5 | 121 km NE from Cebu City |
| Feb 10, 2017 10:03PM (Manila) |
M 6.5 | 177 km ESE from Cebu City |
| Apr 23, 2019 01:37PM (Manila) |
M 6.4 | 215 km NE from Cebu City |
| Jul 3, 2015 02:43PM (Manila) |
M 6.1 | 219 km E from Cebu City |
| Feb 16, 2023 02:10AM (Manila) |
M 6.1 | 222 km N from Cebu City |
| May 20, 2017 09:06AM (Manila) |
M 6.0 | 72 km E from Dumaguete |
| Nov 4, 2018 03:55PM (Manila) |
M 6.0 | 284 km S from Cebu City |
| Mar 8, 2019 11:06PM (Manila) |
M 6.0 | 232 km E from Cebu City |
| Apr 14, 2016 02:21AM (Manila) |
M 6.0 | 195 km SSW from Bayawan |
Map of Strongest Earthquakes near Central Visayas
Earthquakes by city in Central Visayas
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Central Visayas, The Philippines.
Use this regional Central Visayas earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Tagbilaran City, Tanjay, Danao, Bais, Minglanilla, Cogan, Liloan, Consolacion, Canlaon, Carcar, Jagna, Cordova, Naga, Sibulan, Santa Catalina, San Fernando, Bogo, Pinamungahan, Guihulñgan, Apas and Balamban.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Central Visayas.
When was the last earthquake in Central Visayas, The Philippines?
A 3.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Central Visayas on the afternoon of April 3, 2025 at 14:57 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 26km west-southwest of Bayawan at a depth of 29km under water in the Sulu Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Central Visayas, The Philippines in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Central Visayas, The Philippines?
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Central Visayas on the night of January 25, 1948 at 01:46 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 186km west-northwest of Cebu City at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Central Visayas since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Central Visayas, The Philippines?
In the past 10 years, 1594 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Central Visayas. This averages to 159 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 2 days.
