South Asia

Recent Earthquakes in Nepal

0 earthquakes today, 1 in the last 7 days, 9 in the last 30 days, most recently 1 day ago.

As of 8 September 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nepal in the past 24 hours, 1 in the last 7 days and 9 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 5.2 event near Xizang-Nepal border region at 0 km depth on 26 August 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.

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Nepal sits directly on the Himalayan collision front, the source of the devastating 2015 Gorkha earthquake. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Nepal - 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 Nepal, 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 Nepal - 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 Nepal

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Did people in Nepal feel recent earthquakes?

These recent earthquakes in Nepal were felt by people nearby - see how many reported feeling each one.

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Earthquakes in Nepal: in the news

CriticalTIME World· Sep 1, 2026

In Nepal's Tragedy, a Warning for a Warming World

The Nepal tragedy highlights the urgent risks posed by climate change and seismic activity in vulnerable mountain regions worldwide.

Trishuli River valley Rasuwa district Gyirong County Nepal

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Earthquakes in Nepal: frequently asked questions

Were there any earthquakes in Nepal today?

No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nepal in the last 24 hours in the QuakeMate feed. Activity can begin at any time - the map above updates automatically and the app sends instant alerts.

How many earthquakes were there in Nepal yesterday?

1 earthquake was recorded in or near Nepal in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.

How many earthquakes have there been in Nepal this week (last 7 days)?

1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Nepal in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.

How many earthquakes have there been in Nepal in the last 30 days?

9 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nepal in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.2.

Are there earthquakes in Nepal?

Yes. Nepal is seismically active - 9 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nepal in the last 30 days. Nepal sits directly on the Himalayan collision front, the source of the devastating 2015 Gorkha earthquake.

What was the most recent earthquake in Nepal?

The most recent earthquake in Nepal was a magnitude 3.8 event near Nepal at a depth of 20 km.

What is the strongest recent earthquake in Nepal?

The strongest earthquake in the recent Nepal feed was magnitude 5.2, located near Xizang-Nepal border region.

Is Nepal in an earthquake zone?

Nepal sits directly on the Himalayan collision front, the source of the devastating 2015 Gorkha earthquake.

How many earthquakes does Nepal get per year?

The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Nepal's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 9 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Nepal sits directly on the Himalayan collision front, the source of the devastating 2015 Gorkha earthquake. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.

Is there a tsunami warning for Nepal?

Nepal is landlocked or not directly exposed to ocean tsunamis, so its direct tsunami risk is very low. QuakeMate still flags tsunami-capable earthquakes worldwide; see quakemate.app/tsunamis for global tsunami activity.

Is there an earthquake alert app for Nepal?

Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Nepal, 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 Nepal?

QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Nepal: 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 Nepal?

QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Nepal 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 Nepal recently?

The strongest recent earthquake in or near Nepal was magnitude 5.2 near Xizang-Nepal border region. 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 Nepal

QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.

Earthquakes in nearby countries

Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.