After a major earthquake in Costa Rica, the ground keeps moving: aftershocks are smaller quakes triggered as the crust adjusts around the fault that ruptured. They are most frequent right after the mainshock and taper off over days to months. This page tracks recent seismic activity across Costa Rica live, so you can follow an aftershock sequence as it happens. For instant alerts the moment a new aftershock strikes near you, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.
Recent earthquakes in Costa Rica
- 3.5PANAMA-COSTA RICA BORDER REGION18 minutes ago
- 2.6OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA1 hour ago
- 3.1COSTA RICA1 hour ago
- 3.5PANAMA-COSTA RICA BORDER REGION1 hour ago
- 3.2OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA2 hours ago
- 3.0OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA2 hours ago
- 2.6OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA3 hours ago
- 2.6OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA5 hours ago
- 3.2OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA5 hours ago
- 2.8PANAMA-COSTA RICA BORDER REGION7 hours ago
- 4.2PANAMA-COSTA RICA BORDER REGION8 hours ago
- 2.8OFF COAST OF COSTA RICA9 hours ago
Aftershocks in Costa Rica - FAQ
Are there aftershocks in Costa Rica right now?
Yes. 24 earthquakes have been recorded in Costa Rica in the last 24 hours. The live feed above lists each one as it is detected, so you can watch an aftershock sequence unfold in real time.
How long do aftershocks last after a big earthquake in Costa Rica?
Aftershocks are most frequent in the hours and days right after the mainshock and taper off over time, but a large earthquake can produce aftershocks for months. Their number and size follow well-known patterns (Omori and Bath laws), so activity gradually declines even though individual aftershocks can still be strongly felt.
Can I get an alert for the next aftershock in Costa Rica?
Yes. Turn on browser notifications above to get a heads-up when a new quake is detected near Costa Rica, or install the free QuakeMate app for wake-you-up critical alerts with custom magnitude and region rules.