Chile sits above the Nazca–South American plate boundary and has recorded the largest earthquake ever measured, the 1960 M9.5 Valdivia quake. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Chile - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.
Whether you are checking for a quake that happened just now, looking for a USGS-style earthquake map for Chile, tracking tremors and seismic activity over the last 7 days, or watching for a big or major earthquake, this page stays current. For instant earthquake alerts in Chile - the moment a quake strikes near you - the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and region rules.
Latest earthquakes in Chile
Show the full list of 338 recent earthquakes
- 2.9TARAPACA, CHILE21 minutes ago · 24/07/2026, 17:51:32 · 103 km deep
- 3.4OFF COAST OF TARAPACA, CHILE3 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 15:07:14 · 17 km deep
- 2.7ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE3 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 14:28:02 · 44 km deep
- 3.1ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE3 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 14:16:47 · 96 km deep
- 3.3ATACAMA, CHILE6 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 11:59:34 · 110 km deep
- 2.7ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE6 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 11:12:58 · 140 km deep
- 3.1TARAPACA, CHILE7 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 10:33:42 · 122 km deep
- 3.4COQUIMBO, CHILE8 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 10:11:06 · 44 km deep
- 2.7TARAPACA, CHILE8 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 10:03:02 · 100 km deep
- 3.1ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE8 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 09:25:46 · 132 km deep
- 3.2ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE8 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 09:14:14 · 56 km deep
- 2.7ATACAMA, CHILE9 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 08:23:28 · 45 km deep
- 2.7ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE10 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 07:26:54 · 275 km deep
- 2.6ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE11 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 06:29:07 · 87 km deep
- 3.0OFFSHORE MAULE, CHILE11 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 06:26:32 · 25 km deep
- 2.8TARAPACA, CHILE11 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 06:19:40 · 112 km deep
- 3.4ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE12 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 06:04:00 · 134 km deep
- 3.1ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE12 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 05:42:05 · 233 km deep
- 3.0ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE12 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 05:31:03 · 89 km deep
- 3.3ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE13 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 04:47:28 · 114 km deep
- 2.7ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE14 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 03:40:25 · 111 km deep
- 2.9ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE15 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 03:04:35 · 147 km deep
- 2.9ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE17 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 00:38:31 · 97 km deep
- 2.6ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE17 hours ago · 24/07/2026, 00:29:55 · 93 km deep
- 2.6ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE19 hours ago · 23/07/2026, 22:42:23 · 133 km deep
- 2.8ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE19 hours ago · 23/07/2026, 22:29:15 · 119 km deep
- 2.8ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE19 hours ago · 23/07/2026, 22:23:36 · 140 km deep
- 3.0TARAPACA, CHILE20 hours ago · 23/07/2026, 22:07:05 · 110 km deep
- 2.8OFFSHORE ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE20 hours ago · 23/07/2026, 22:04:09 · 36 km deep
- 2.8ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE21 hours ago · 23/07/2026, 21:11:03 · 78 km deep
Did people in Chile feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Chile in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Earthquakes in Chile: in the news
Map: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Chile
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Chile is significant for monitoring seismic activity and public safety.
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Earthquakes in Chile: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Chile today?
Yes - 36 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Chile in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 2.9 near TARAPACA, CHILE. See the live map above for today's activity.
How many earthquakes were there in Chile yesterday?
31 earthquakes were recorded in or near Chile in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Chile this week (last 7 days)?
211 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Chile in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Chile in the last 30 days?
943 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Chile in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.5.
Are there earthquakes in Chile?
Yes. Chile is seismically active - 943 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Chile in the last 30 days. Chile sits above the Nazca–South American plate boundary and has recorded the largest earthquake ever measured, the 1960 M9.5 Valdivia quake.
What was the most recent earthquake in Chile?
The most recent earthquake in Chile was a magnitude 2.9 event near TARAPACA, CHILE at a depth of 103 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Chile?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Chile feed was magnitude 5.5, located near OFF COAST OF ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE.
Is Chile in an earthquake zone?
Chile sits above the Nazca–South American plate boundary and has recorded the largest earthquake ever measured, the 1960 M9.5 Valdivia quake.
How many earthquakes does Chile get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Chile's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 943 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Chile sits above the Nazca–South American plate boundary and has recorded the largest earthquake ever measured, the 1960 M9.5 Valdivia quake. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Chile?
Major undersea earthquakes near Chile can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/chile for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Chile.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Chile?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Chile, with custom magnitude and region rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. It also offers a live map, "Did You Feel It" community reports and tsunami warnings. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
What is the best app to track earthquakes in Chile?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Chile: real-time data from USGS, EMSC and regional networks, instant push alerts, a live map, magnitude and depth for every event, and community felt reports. Available on iOS at quakemate.app/download.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Chile?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Chile on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time, and links to a permalink page - a faster, mobile-friendly way to read the same USGS data.
Has there been a big earthquake in Chile recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Chile was magnitude 5.5 near OFF COAST OF ANTOFAGASTA, CHILE. That is a moderate earthquake that can be widely felt. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.
More on how earthquakes work? Read the earthquake Q&A →
Get earthquake alerts for Chile
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.