As of 23 October 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nicaragua in the past 24 hours, 15 in the last 7 days and 84 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 4.9 event near coast of Nicaragua at 50 km depth on 19 October 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
Nicaragua’s Pacific coast lies above the Cocos plate subduction zone. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Nicaragua - 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 Nicaragua, 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 Nicaragua - 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 Nicaragua
Show the full list of 84 recent earthquakes
- 3.2NICARAGUA2 days ago · 21/10/2026, 03:48:53 · 15 km deep
- 3.1NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA2 days ago · 20/10/2026, 21:55:57 · 11 km deep
- 3.0NICARAGUA2 days ago · 20/10/2026, 17:29:28 · 6 km deep
- 3.6NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA2 days ago · 20/10/2026, 11:38:40 · 37 km deep
- 3.9NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA2 days ago · 20/10/2026, 11:30:32 · 87 km deep
- 3.2NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA3 days ago · 20/10/2026, 02:51:01 · 28 km deep
- 3.6NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA3 days ago · 20/10/2026, 01:19:18 · 39 km deep
- 3.0NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA3 days ago · 19/10/2026, 16:12:09 · 33 km deep
- 2.5NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA3 days ago · 19/10/2026, 14:49:05 · 10 km deep
- 4.968 km WSW of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua4 days ago · 19/10/2026, 05:18:36 · 44 km deep
- 3.4NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA4 days ago · 18/10/2026, 12:25:44 · 37 km deep
- 3.7NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA5 days ago · 17/10/2026, 11:30:42 · 13 km deep
- 3.1NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA5 days ago · 17/10/2026, 07:55:29 · 27 km deep
- 3.3NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA6 days ago · 16/10/2026, 17:33:50 · 37 km deep
- 2.5NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA6 days ago · 16/10/2026, 08:50:21 · 75 km deep
- 3.1NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 15/10/2026, 23:24:25 · 200 km deep
- 3.2NICARAGUA1 week ago · 14/10/2026, 19:11:15 · 218 km deep
- 2.9NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 14/10/2026, 03:22:52 · 40 km deep
- 3.2NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 13/10/2026, 08:32:38 · 32 km deep
- 3.2NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 13/10/2026, 06:38:14 · 35 km deep
- 3.2NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 12/10/2026, 22:21:24 · 28 km deep
- 2.5NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 12/10/2026, 20:13:35 · 250 km deep
- 2.5NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 12/10/2026, 04:03:07 · 10 km deep
- 3.7NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 11/10/2026, 23:41:08 · 28 km deep
- 4.0NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 11/10/2026, 17:13:20 · 5 km deep
- 3.3NICARAGUA1 week ago · 11/10/2026, 10:11:52 · 300 km deep
- 3.2NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 11/10/2026, 03:24:26 · 10 km deep
- 2.5NICARAGUA1 week ago · 10/10/2026, 10:44:25 · 134 km deep
- 3.6NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA1 week ago · 10/10/2026, 05:11:07 · 28 km deep
- 4.4121 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua1 week ago · 10/10/2026, 05:11:05 · 10 km deep
Did people in Nicaragua feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Nicaragua in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching Nicaragua from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Nicaragua - 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 4.9 earthquake near 68 km WSW of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua on 19/10/2026, 05:18:36 - 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
- 9 further earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above have been recorded in Nicaragua since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
Earthquakes in Nicaragua: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Nicaragua today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Nicaragua in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Nicaragua this week (last 7 days)?
15 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nicaragua in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Nicaragua in the last 30 days?
84 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nicaragua in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 4.9.
Are there earthquakes in Nicaragua?
Yes. Nicaragua is seismically active - 84 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Nicaragua in the last 30 days. Nicaragua’s Pacific coast lies above the Cocos plate subduction zone.
What was the most recent earthquake in Nicaragua?
The most recent earthquake in Nicaragua was a magnitude 3.2 event near Nicaragua at a depth of 15 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Nicaragua?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Nicaragua feed was magnitude 4.9, located near coast of Nicaragua.
Is Nicaragua in an earthquake zone?
Nicaragua’s Pacific coast lies above the Cocos plate subduction zone.
How many earthquakes does Nicaragua get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Nicaragua's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 84 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Nicaragua’s Pacific coast lies above the Cocos plate subduction zone. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Nicaragua?
Major undersea earthquakes near Nicaragua can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/nicaragua for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Nicaragua.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Nicaragua?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Nicaragua, 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 Nicaragua?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Nicaragua: 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 Nicaragua?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Nicaragua was magnitude 4.9 near coast of Nicaragua. 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 →
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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.