Latest earthquakes near Chinju, 경상남도 today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Chinju, 경상남도, South Korea, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Chinju? If an earthquake is happening right now near Chinju (also known as 진주시), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Chinju Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Chinju. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Chinju and elsewhere.
Jul 28, 2026 04:27PM
DESTRUCTIVE M6.8 Earthquake struck on Tuesday Afternoon near Kumamoto in Japan.
Chinju Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 10 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Chinju, 경상남도 in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Chinju in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Chinju 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 | 9 | 90.0% |
| Mag. 5 | 1 | 10.0% |
| 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 Chinju
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Chinju occurred on Nov 15, 2017 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 146 kilometers (91 mi) north-east of Chinju, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Chinju in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.6 earthquake struck on Mar 20, 2005 10:53, 243 kilometers (151 mi) north-east of Chinju. It is the strongest earthquake near Chinju 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 Chinju, 경상남도 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 Chinju.
Nearest earthquakes from Chinju
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Chinju, 경상남도. 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 Chinju.
When was the last earthquake in Chinju, 경상남도?
A 2.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Chinju on the morning of September 9, 2026 at 09:04 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 164km west of Chinju at a depth of 21km under water in the Yellow Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Chinju, 경상남도 in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Chinju, 경상남도?
A 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Chinju on the morning of March 20, 2005 at 10:53 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 243km south-east of Chinju at a depth of 10km under water in the Sea of Japan. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Chinju since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Chinju, 경상남도?
In the past 10 years, 10 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Chinju. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 365 days.
