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Latest earthquakes near Malingao, Soccsksargen today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Malingao, Soccsksargen, The Philippines, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Malingao? If an earthquake is happening right now near Malingao, it will show up within minutes.
Recent Malingao Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Malingao. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Malingao and elsewhere.
Jan 28, 2026 11:58PM
Shallow M5.1 AFTERSHOCK hit in the Sulawesi Sea 118km from Malingao (The Philippines) on Wednesday Evening.
Jan 28, 2026 04:43PM
Shallow M5.1 AFTERSHOCK struck on Wednesday Afternoon in the Sulawesi Sea near Malingao (The Philippines).
Jan 28, 2026 04:38PM
Shallow M5.6 AFTERSHOCK hit in the Sulawesi Sea 108km from Budta (The Philippines) on Wednesday Afternoon.
Jan 28, 2026 04:34PM
Shallow M5.4 AFTERSHOCK struck on Wednesday Afternoon in the Sulawesi Sea 114km from Malingao (The Philippines).
Jan 28, 2026 02:47PM
On Wednesday Afternoon a Shallow M5.9 Earthquake struck in the Sulawesi Sea 112km from Malingao (The Philippines).
Jan 28, 2026 02:31PM
Shallow M5.1 FORESHOCK hit in the Sulawesi Sea 111km from Malingao (The Philippines) on Wednesday Afternoon.
Malingao Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 3252 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Malingao, Soccsksargen in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 325 earthquakes per year, or 27 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Malingao roughly every 1 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Malingao in 2023. A total of 647 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Malingao that year. The strongest had a 7.6 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Malingao in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 8 or above have occurred near Malingao 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 | 2905 | 89.33% |
| Mag. 5 | 308 | 9.47% |
| Mag. 6 | 35 | 1.08% |
| Mag. 7 | 4 | 0.12% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Malingao
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Malingao occurred on Dec 2, 2023 22:37 local time (Asia/Manila timezone). It had a magnitude of 7.6 and struck 262 kilometers (163 mi) north-east of Malingao, at a depth of 40 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Malingao in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-8.3 earthquake struck on Aug 15, 1918 20:18, 188 kilometers (117 mi) north-east of Malingao. It is the strongest earthquake near Malingao 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 Malingao, Soccsksargen 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 Malingao.
Nearest earthquakes from Malingao
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Malingao, Soccsksargen. 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 Malingao.
When was the last earthquake in Malingao, Soccsksargen?
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Malingao on the afternoon of January 29, 2026 at 14:37 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 120km southwest of Malingao at a depth of 6km under water in the Sulawesi Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Malingao, Soccsksargen in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Malingao, Soccsksargen?
A 8.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Malingao on the evening of August 15, 1918 at 20:18 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 188km south-southwest of Malingao at a depth of 20km under water in the Sulawesi Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Malingao since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Malingao, Soccsksargen?
In the past 10 years, 3252 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Malingao. This averages to 325 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 1 days.
