Latest earthquakes near Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Gimcheon? If an earthquake is happening right now near Gimcheon (also known as 김천), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Gimcheon Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Gimcheon. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Gimcheon and elsewhere.
Jul 28, 2026 04:27PM
On Tuesday Afternoon a DESTRUCTIVE M6.8 Earthquake struck near Kumamoto in Japan.
Gimcheon Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 10 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Gimcheon in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Gimcheon 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 Gimcheon
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Gimcheon occurred on Nov 15, 2017 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 104 kilometers (65 mi) east of Gimcheon, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Gimcheon in the list below.
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-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 Gimcheon.
Nearest earthquakes from Gimcheon
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-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 Gimcheon.
When was the last earthquake in Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Gimcheon on the afternoon of July 28, 2026 at 16:27 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 451km south-east of Gimcheon at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do?
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Gimcheon on the afternoon of November 15, 2017 at 14:29 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 104km east of Gimcheon at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Gimcheon since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do?
In the past 10 years, 10 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Gimcheon. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 365 days.
