Latest earthquakes near Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao, The Philippines, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Jolo? If an earthquake is happening right now near Jolo, it will show up within minutes.
Recent Jolo Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Jolo. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Jolo and elsewhere.
Jan 30, 2026 08:49AM
Shallow M5.1 AFTERSHOCK hit in the Sulawesi Sea 101km from Malingao (The Philippines) on Friday Morning.
Jan 28, 2026 11:58PM
Shallow M5.0 AFTERSHOCK hit in the Sulawesi Sea 117km from Malingao (The Philippines) on Wednesday Evening.
Jan 28, 2026 04:43PM
On Wednesday Afternoon a Shallow M5.1 AFTERSHOCK struck in the Sulawesi Sea near Malingao (The Philippines).
Jan 28, 2026 04:38PM
Shallow M5.6 AFTERSHOCK hit in the Sulawesi Sea 117km from Malingao (The Philippines) on Wednesday Afternoon.
Jan 28, 2026 04:34PM
On Wednesday Afternoon a Shallow M5.4 AFTERSHOCK struck in the Sulawesi Sea 109km from Malingao (The Philippines).
Jan 28, 2026 02:47PM
On Wednesday Afternoon a Shallow M5.9 Earthquake struck in the Sulawesi Sea 111km from Malingao (The Philippines).
Jolo Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 144 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao 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 Jolo roughly every 25 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Jolo in 2026. A total of 30 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Jolo that year. The strongest had a 5.6 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Jolo in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 8 or above have occurred near Jolo 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 | 132 | 91.67% |
| Mag. 5 | 9 | 6.25% |
| Mag. 6 | 1 | 0.69% |
| Mag. 7 | 2 | 1.39% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Jolo
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Jolo occurred on Jan 10, 2017 14:13 local time (Asia/Manila timezone). It had a magnitude of 7.3 and struck 250 kilometers (155 mi) south-east of Jolo, at a depth of 627 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Jolo in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.6 earthquake struck on Jul 24, 2010 06:51, 278 kilometers (173 mi) south-east of Jolo. It is the strongest earthquake near Jolo 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 Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao 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 Jolo.
Nearest earthquakes from Jolo
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao. 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 Jolo.
When was the last earthquake in Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao?
A 3.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Jolo on the night of February 19, 2026 at 00:53 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 295km east of Jolo at a depth of 17km under water in the Sulawesi Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao?
A 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Jolo on the morning of July 24, 2010 at 06:51 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 278km east of Jolo at a depth of 578km under water in the Sulawesi Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Jolo since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Jolo, Rehiyong Autonomo sa Muslim na Mindanao?
In the past 10 years, 144 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Jolo. This averages to 14 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 25 days.
