Latest earthquakes near Gwangju, South Korea today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Gwangju, South Korea, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Gwangju? If an earthquake is happening right now near Gwangju (also known as 광주광역시), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Gwangju Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Gwangju. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Gwangju and elsewhere.
Jul 28, 2026 04:27PM
DESTRUCTIVE M6.8 Earthquake struck on Tuesday Afternoon near Matsubase in Japan.
Gwangju Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 11 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Gwangju, South Korea in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Gwangju in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Gwangju 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 | 81.82% |
| Mag. 5 | 2 | 18.18% |
| 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 Gwangju
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Gwangju occurred on Nov 15, 2017 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 237 kilometers (147 mi) east-northeast of Gwangju, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Gwangju in the list below.
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Gwangju, 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 Gwangju.
Earthquakes by city in Gwangju
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Gwangju, South Korea.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Gwangju.
When was the last earthquake in Gwangju, South Korea?
A 2.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Gwangju on the afternoon of September 6, 2026 at 12:22 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 176km west of Gwangju at a depth of 7km under water in the Yellow Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Gwangju, South Korea in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Gwangju, South Korea?
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Gwangju on the afternoon of November 15, 2017 at 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 237km east-northeast of Gwangju at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Gwangju since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Gwangju, South Korea?
In the past 10 years, 11 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Gwangju. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 332 days.
