As of 8 September 2026, 2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Iran in the past 24 hours, 4 in the last 7 days and 18 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 4.7 event in western Iran at 10 km depth on 10 August 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
Iran sits on the Arabia–Eurasia collision zone and is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Iran - 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 Iran, 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 Iran - 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 Iran
Show the full list of 18 recent earthquakes
- 4.3IRAN-IRAQ BORDER REGION15 hours ago · 07/09/2026, 09:25:49 · 10 km deep
- 1.7TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION17 hours ago · 07/09/2026, 06:53:04 · 7 km deep
- 2.2TURKEY-IRAN-IRAQ BORDER REGION4 days ago · 03/09/2026, 02:21:41 · 7 km deep
- 4.513 km NNW of Yasuj, Iran6 days ago · 01/09/2026, 06:15:13 · 10 km deep
- 2.3TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION1 week ago · 31/08/2026, 20:04:56 · 5 km deep
- 4.5SOUTHERN IRAN1 week ago · 31/08/2026, 15:22:00 · 46 km deep
- 4.6IRAN-IRAQ BORDER REGION1 week ago · 29/08/2026, 07:15:09 · 14 km deep
- 2.5TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION1 week ago · 28/08/2026, 11:16:38 · 10 km deep
- 4.25 km SSE of Darreh Shahr, Iran1 week ago · 25/08/2026, 06:19:52 · 10 km deep
- 4.450 km SE of Sarpol-e Z̄ahāb, Iran2 weeks ago · 19/08/2026, 17:36:14 · 10 km deep
- 1.9TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION3 weeks ago · 16/08/2026, 19:11:31 · 7 km deep
- 1.9TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION3 weeks ago · 15/08/2026, 00:33:06 · 7 km deep
- 4.4NORTHEASTERN IRAN3 weeks ago · 14/08/2026, 08:29:05 · 10 km deep
- 4.242 km WSW of Neyshābūr, Iran3 weeks ago · 14/08/2026, 08:29:05 · 10 km deep
- 4.540 km NW of Shahrak-e Kūlūrī, Iran3 weeks ago · 13/08/2026, 21:23:49 · 10 km deep
- 4.2109 km SW of Fīrūzābād, Iran3 weeks ago · 12/08/2026, 01:17:35 · 10 km deep
- 1.9TURKEY-IRAN BORDER REGION4 weeks ago · 10/08/2026, 21:48:49 · 16 km deep
- 4.746 km NNW of Shūsh, Iran4 weeks ago · 10/08/2026, 15:01:10 · 10 km deep
Did people in Iran feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Iran in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching Iran from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Iran - they are checking on family, friends or colleagues who are. Here is what the most significant recent earthquake actually means, in plain terms.
- How strong was it
- A magnitude 4.5 earthquake near 13 km NNW of Yasuj, Iran on 01/09/2026, 06:15:13 - a light earthquake, usually felt near the epicentre but rarely damaging.
- Was it widely felt
- No felt reports have been submitted for this earthquake yet. That is common for events offshore, at depth, or away from populated areas.
- What happens next
- 1 further earthquake of magnitude 2.5 or above has been recorded in Iran since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
Earthquakes in Iran: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Iran today?
Yes - 2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Iran in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 4.3 near Iran-Iraq border region. See the live map above for today's activity.
How many earthquakes were there in Iran yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Iran in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Iran this week (last 7 days)?
4 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Iran in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Iran in the last 30 days?
18 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Iran in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 4.7.
Are there earthquakes in Iran?
Yes. Iran is seismically active - 18 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Iran in the last 30 days. Iran sits on the Arabia–Eurasia collision zone and is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world.
What was the most recent earthquake in Iran?
The most recent earthquake in Iran was a magnitude 4.3 event near Iran-Iraq border region at a depth of 10 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Iran?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Iran feed was magnitude 4.7, located in western Iran.
Is Iran in an earthquake zone?
Iran sits on the Arabia–Eurasia collision zone and is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world.
How many earthquakes does Iran get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Iran's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 18 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Iran sits on the Arabia–Eurasia collision zone and is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Iran?
Major undersea earthquakes near Iran can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/iran for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Iran.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Iran?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Iran, 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 Iran?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Iran: 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 Iran?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Iran 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 Iran recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Iran was magnitude 4.7 in western Iran. No major (M6+) earthquake has hit recently, but conditions can change quickly. 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 Iran
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.