Latest earthquakes near Jeju-do, South Korea today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Jeju-do, South Korea, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Jeju-do? If an earthquake is happening right now near Jeju-do (also known as 제주특별자치도), it will show up within minutes.
Jeju-do Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 18 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Jeju-do, South Korea in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 1 earthquakes per year
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Jeju-do in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Jeju-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 | 17 | 94.44% |
| Mag. 5 | 1 | 5.56% |
| 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 Jeju-do
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Jeju-do occurred on Nov 15, 2015 04:20 local time (Asia/Seoul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.7 and struck 294 kilometers (183 mi) south-east of Seogwipo, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Jeju-do in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.8 earthquake struck on Jun 3, 1928 17:31, 285 kilometers (177 mi) south-east of Seogwipo. It is the strongest earthquake near Jeju-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 Jeju-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 Jeju-do.
Earthquakes by city in Jeju-do
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Jeju-do, South Korea.
Use this regional Jeju-do earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Gaigeturi.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Jeju-do.
When was the last earthquake in Jeju-do, South Korea?
A 3 magnitude earthquake hit near Jeju-do on the night of December 23, 2023 at 04:34 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 271km north-northeast of Jeju City at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Jeju-do, South Korea in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Jeju-do, South Korea?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Jeju-do on the afternoon of June 3, 1928 at 17:31 local time (Asia/Seoul). The center of this earthquake was located 285km south-east of Seogwipo at a depth of 10km under water in the East China Sea. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Jeju-do since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Jeju-do, South Korea?
In the past 10 years, 18 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Jeju-do. This averages to 2 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 203 days.
