Earthquakes in Italy today
Earthquakes in Italy 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 Italy since 1900
Since 1900 the USGS catalog lists 27 earthquakes of magnitude 6 or more in Italy. The strongest was magnitude 7.2 (September 8, 1905). In the last 10 years there were 23 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more, about 2 a year. The strongest in the last 12 months: M6.2, June 1, 2026.
| Date | Magnitude | Location (USGS) | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 8, 1905 | 7.2 | 5 km W of San Nicolò, Italy | 15 km |
| December 28, 1908 | 7.1 | The 1908 Messina, Italy Earthquake and Tsunami | 15 km |
| November 23, 1980 | 6.9 | 2 km N of Cairano, Italy | 10 km |
| January 13, 1915 | 6.7 | 4 km WNW of San Benedetto dei Marsi, Italy | 15 km |
| July 23, 1930 | 6.6 | 3 km SSW of Bisaccia Nuova, Italy | 15 km |
| October 30, 2016 | 6.6 | 5 km ESE of Preci, Italy | 8 km |
| August 1, 1910 | 6.5 | 72 km WSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy | 260 km |
| May 6, 1976 | 6.5 | 3 km SW of Prato, Italy | 9 km |
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FAQ
Was there an earthquake in Italy 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 Italy?
According to the USGS catalog, magnitude 7.2, on September 8, 1905.
How often are there earthquakes in Italy?
In the last 10 years USGS recorded 23 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more here, about 2 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.