Earthquakes in Iran today
Earthquakes in Iran and nearby from the last 30 days, refreshed every 5 minutes from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Below, the strongest earthquakes on record.
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Strongest earthquakes in Iran since 1900
Since 1900 the USGS catalog lists 104 earthquakes of magnitude 6 or more in Iran. The strongest was magnitude 7.7 (April 16, 2013). In the last 10 years there were 148 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more, about 15 a year. The strongest in the last 12 months: M5.3, February 1, 2026.
| Date | Magnitude | Location (USGS) | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 16, 2013 | 7.7 | 79 km ESE of Kh?sh, Iran | 80 km |
| September 16, 1978 | 7.4 | 52 km ESE of Tabas, Iran | 33 km |
| June 20, 1990 | 7.4 | 23 km N of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran | 19 km |
| January 23, 1909 | 7.3 | 43 km NW of Delījān, Iran | 15 km |
| May 10, 1997 | 7.3 | 58 km E of Q?’en, Iran | 10 km |
| November 27, 1979 | 7.1 | 56 km ENE of Q?’en, Iran | 10 km |
| May 6, 1930 | 7.1 | 10 km SSW of Salm?s, Iran | 15 km |
| August 31, 1968 | 7.1 | 35 km SE of Gonābād, Iran | 12 km |
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FAQ
Was there an earthquake in Iran today?
The list at the top of this page shows every earthquake of magnitude 2.5 or more from the last 30 days, refreshed every 5 minutes. The newest are first.
What was the strongest earthquake in Iran?
According to the USGS catalog, magnitude 7.7, on April 16, 2013.
How often are there earthquakes in Iran?
In the last 10 years USGS recorded 148 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more here, about 15 a year. Smaller ones, felt only locally, are far more common.
Where does the data come from?
From the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), which collects data from seismic networks around the world. Local agencies may report a slightly different magnitude.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), ANSS Comprehensive Catalog.