Latest earthquakes near Ar-Raqqah, Syria today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Ar-Raqqah, Syria, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Ar-Raqqah? If an earthquake is happening right now near Ar-Raqqah (also known as Ar Raqqah), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Ar-Raqqah Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Ar-Raqqah. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Ar-Raqqah and elsewhere.
Oct 16, 2024 10:46AM
Shallow M6.0 Earthquake struck on Wednesday Morning near Malatya in Türkiye.
Ar-Raqqah Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 683 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Ar-Raqqah, Syria in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 68 earthquakes per year, or 5 per month. On average an earthquake will hit near Ar-Raqqah roughly every 5 days.
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Ar-Raqqah in 2023. A total of 514 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Ar-Raqqah that year. The strongest had a 7.8 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Ar-Raqqah in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 8 or above have occurred near Ar-Raqqah 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 | 630 | 92.24% |
| Mag. 5 | 46 | 6.73% |
| Mag. 6 | 5 | 0.73% |
| Mag. 7 | 2 | 0.29% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Ar-Raqqah
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Ar-Raqqah occurred on Feb 6, 2023 03:17 local time (Asia/Damascus timezone). It had a magnitude of 7.8 and struck 227 kilometers (141 mi) north-west of Ar Raqqah, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Ar-Raqqah in the list below.
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Ar-Raqqah, Syria 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 Ar-Raqqah.
Earthquakes by city in Ar-Raqqah
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Ar-Raqqah, Syria.
Use this regional Ar-Raqqah earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Ath Thawrah.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Ar-Raqqah.
When was the last earthquake in Ar-Raqqah, Syria?
A 2.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Ar-Raqqah on the night of December 22, 2024 at 01:56 local time (Asia/Damascus). The center of this earthquake was located 261km west-northwest of Ar Raqqah at a depth of 7km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Ar-Raqqah, Syria in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Ar-Raqqah, Syria?
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Ar-Raqqah on the night of February 6, 2023 at 03:17 local time (Asia/Damascus). The center of this earthquake was located 227km northwest of Ar Raqqah at a depth of 10km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Ar-Raqqah since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Ar-Raqqah, Syria?
In the past 10 years, 683 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Ar-Raqqah. This averages to 68 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 5 days.
