Latest earthquakes near Gangneung, Gangwon-do today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Gangneung, Gangwon-do, South Korea, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Gangneung? If an earthquake is happening right now near Gangneung (also known as 강릉), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Gangneung Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Gangneung. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Gangneung and elsewhere.
Jan 1, 2024 04:10PM
On Monday Afternoon a DESTRUCTIVE M7.5 Earthquake struck near Toyama in Japan.
Gangneung Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 10 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Gangneung, Gangwon-do in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Gangneung in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Gangneung 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 | 8 | 80.0% |
| Mag. 5 | 2 | 20.0% |
| 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 Gangneung
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Gangneung occurred on Nov 15, 2017 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 190 kilometers (118 mi) south of Gangneung, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Gangneung in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.8 earthquake struck on Oct 8, 1960 14:23, 274 kilometers (170 mi) south of Gangneung. It is the strongest earthquake near Gangneung 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 Gangneung, Gangwon-do 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 Gangneung.
Nearest earthquakes from Gangneung
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Gangneung, Gangwon-do. 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 Gangneung.
When was the last earthquake in Gangneung, Gangwon-do?
A 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Gangneung on the afternoon of January 1, 2024 at 16:10 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 740km east of Gangneung at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Gangneung, Gangwon-do in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Gangneung, Gangwon-do?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Gangneung on the afternoon of October 8, 1960 at 14:23 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 274km north-northeast of Gangneung at a depth of 608km under water in the Sea of Japan. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Gangneung since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Gangneung, Gangwon-do?
In the past 10 years, 10 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Gangneung. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 365 days.
