Latest earthquakes near Neuchâtel, Switzerland today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Neuchâtel, Switzerland, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Neuchâtel? If an earthquake is happening right now near Neuchâtel (also known as Neuenburg), it will show up within minutes.
| Date and Time | Magnitude | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 17 hours ago (Apr 23 12:01 Zurich) |
M 3.4 | 147 km N from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 21 hours ago (Apr 23 08:21 Zurich) |
M 2.4 | 166 km ENE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 3 days ago (Apr 20 09:40 Zurich) |
M 2.4 | 152 km SSE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 4 days ago (Apr 19 10:27 Zurich) |
M 2.5 | 145 km SE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 5 days ago (Apr 18 21:45 Zurich) |
M 2.1 | 144 km SE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 6 days ago (Apr 17 10:49 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 179 km W from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 7 days ago (Apr 16 12:06 Zurich) |
M 2.2 | 203 km WSW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 7 days ago (Apr 16 10:16 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 242 km SW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 8 days ago (Apr 15 16:55 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 41 km N from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 8 days ago (Apr 15 11:20 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 23 km ENE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 9 days ago (Apr 14 10:02 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 197 km SSE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 12 days ago (Apr 11 13:03 Zurich) |
M 2.2 | 214 km WSW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 13 days ago (Apr 10 15:39 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 31 km ENE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 14 days ago (Apr 9 10:34 Zurich) |
M 2.1 | 192 km NE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 18 days ago (Apr 5 20:28 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 289 km S from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 18 days ago (Apr 5 17:32 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 76 km WNW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 19 days ago (Apr 4 22:59 Zurich) |
M 2.1 | 89 km W from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 20 days ago (Apr 3 19:04 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 16 km W from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 20 days ago (Apr 3 12:39 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 205 km SW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 21 days ago (Apr 3 03:29 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 100 km SE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 21 days ago (Apr 2 18:01 Zurich) |
M 2.2 | 223 km NE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 23 days ago (Mar 31 15:30 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 97 km S from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 23 days ago (Mar 31 11:32 Zurich) |
M 2.3 | 274 km SSW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 24 days ago (Mar 31 02:41 Zurich) |
M 2.0 | 75 km WNW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| 25 days ago (Mar 29 20:26 Zurich) |
M 2.1 | 279 km S from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
Map of Latest Earthquakes near Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 23 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Neuchâtel, Switzerland in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 2 earthquakes per year
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Neuchâtel in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Neuchâtel 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 | 23 | 100.0% |
| Mag. 5 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 Neuchâtel
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Neuchâtel occurred on Mar 12, 2022 18:03 local time (Europe/Zurich timezone). It had a magnitude of 4.5 and struck 159 kilometers (99 mi) south-southwest of La Chaux-de-Fonds, at a depth of 3 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Neuchâtel in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.2 earthquake struck on Jan 25, 1946 18:31, 91 kilometers (57 mi) south-southwest of La Chaux-de-Fonds. It is the strongest earthquake near Neuchâtel in the past 125 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Neuchâtel, Switzerland 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 Neuchâtel.
| Date and Time | Magnitude | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2022 18:03 (Zurich) |
M 4.5 | 159 km SSW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Dec 18, 2021 11:34 (Zurich) |
M 4.5 | 266 km SE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Oct 24, 2016 16:44 (Zurich) |
M 4.4 | 95 km SE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Mar 22, 2023 15:50 (Zurich) |
M 4.4 | 33 km N from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Jun 4, 2024 02:34 (Zurich) |
M 4.2 | 149 km E from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Nov 21, 2018 18:08 (Zurich) |
M 4.2 | 172 km SW from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| May 28, 2019 10:48 (Zurich) |
M 4.2 | 81 km S from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Jul 30, 2016 22:21 (Zurich) |
M 4.2 | 242 km S from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Dec 25, 2021 00:59 (Zurich) |
M 4.1 | 31 km N from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
| Oct 5, 2021 07:39 (Zurich) |
M 4.1 | 127 km SSE from La Chaux-de-Fonds |
Map of Strongest Earthquakes near Neuchâtel
Earthquakes by city in Neuchâtel
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Use this regional Neuchâtel earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Neuchâtel.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Neuchâtel.
When was the last earthquake in Neuchâtel, Switzerland?
A 3.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Neuchâtel on the afternoon of April 23, 2025 at 12:01 local time (Europe/Zurich). The center of this earthquake was located 147km north of La Chaux-de-Fonds at a depth of 5km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Neuchâtel, Switzerland in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Neuchâtel, Switzerland?
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Neuchâtel on the evening of January 25, 1946 at 18:31 local time (Europe/Zurich). The center of this earthquake was located 91km south-east of La Chaux-de-Fonds at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Neuchâtel since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Neuchâtel, Switzerland?
In the past 10 years, 23 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Neuchâtel. This averages to 2 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 159 days.
