Latest earthquakes near Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Chungcheongnam-do? If an earthquake is happening right now near Chungcheongnam-do (also known as 충청남도), it will show up within minutes.
Chungcheongnam-do Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 12 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Chungcheongnam-do in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Chungcheongnam-do 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 | 10 | 83.33% |
| Mag. 5 | 2 | 16.67% |
| 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 Chungcheongnam-do
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Chungcheongnam-do occurred on Nov 15, 2017 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 207 kilometers (129 mi) east-southeast of Cheonan, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Chungcheongnam-do in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.4 earthquake struck on Mar 19, 1952 18:04, 257 kilometers (160 mi) east-southeast of Cheonan. It is the strongest earthquake near Chungcheongnam-do in the past 124 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea 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 Chungcheongnam-do.
Earthquakes by city in Chungcheongnam-do
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea.
Use this regional Chungcheongnam-do earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Asan, Hongseong, Seosan, Gongju, Boryeong, Nonsan, Yesan, Tangjin, Buyeo, Seonghwan, Kinzan, Yŏnmu and Taesal-li.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Chungcheongnam-do.
When was the last earthquake in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea?
A 2 magnitude earthquake hit near Chungcheongnam-do on the evening of November 14, 2024 at 22:48 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 172km south of Cheonan at a depth of 20km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea?
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Chungcheongnam-do on the evening of March 19, 1952 at 18:04 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 257km north-northwest of Cheonan at a depth of 35km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Chungcheongnam-do since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea?
In the past 10 years, 12 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Chungcheongnam-do. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 304 days.
