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Latest earthquakes near Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula, The Philippines, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Zamboanga? If an earthquake is happening right now near Zamboanga (also known as Lungsod ng Zamboanga), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Zamboanga Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Zamboanga. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Zamboanga 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.
Zamboanga Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 445 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 44 earthquakes per year, or 3 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Zamboanga roughly every 8 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Zamboanga in 2025. A total of 65 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Zamboanga that year. The strongest had a 5.9 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Zamboanga in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 8 or above have occurred near Zamboanga 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 | 403 | 90.56% |
| Mag. 5 | 37 | 8.31% |
| Mag. 6 | 3 | 0.67% |
| Mag. 7 | 2 | 0.45% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Zamboanga
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Zamboanga occurred on Jan 10, 2017 14:13 local time (Asia/Manila timezone). It had a magnitude of 7.3 and struck 277 kilometers (172 mi) south-southeast of Zamboanga, at a depth of 627 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Zamboanga in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-8.3 earthquake struck on Aug 15, 1918 20:18, 261 kilometers (162 mi) south-southeast of Zamboanga. It is the strongest earthquake near Zamboanga 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 Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula 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 Zamboanga.
Nearest earthquakes from Zamboanga
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula. 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 Zamboanga.
When was the last earthquake in Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula?
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Zamboanga on the afternoon of January 29, 2026 at 14:37 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 187km east-southeast of Zamboanga at a depth of 6km under water in the Sulawesi Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula?
A 8.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Zamboanga on the evening of August 15, 1918 at 20:18 local time (Asia/Manila). The center of this earthquake was located 261km south-east of Zamboanga at a depth of 20km under water in the Sulawesi Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Zamboanga since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Zamboanga, Zamboanga Peninsula?
In the past 10 years, 445 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Zamboanga. This averages to 45 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 8 days.
