After a major earthquake in Iceland, 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 Iceland 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 Iceland
- 2.9ICELAND23 hours ago
- 2.8ICELAND REGION2 days ago
- 2.8ICELAND REGION5 days ago
- 2.9ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 2.8ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 3.3ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 3.4ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 3.6ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 2.9ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 3.0ICELAND REGION1 week ago
- 2.8ICELAND REGION1 week ago
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Aftershocks in Iceland - FAQ
Are there aftershocks in Iceland right now?
Yes. 1 earthquake has been recorded in Iceland 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 Iceland?
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 Iceland?
Yes. Turn on browser notifications above to get a heads-up when a new quake is detected near Iceland, or install the free QuakeMate app for wake-you-up critical alerts with custom magnitude and region rules.