As of 18 October 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the past 24 hours, 1 in the last 7 days and 1 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 4.6 event near Andaman islands, India region at 91 km depth on 12 October 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands sit on the Sunda megathrust that ruptured in the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Andaman and Nicobar Islands (Andaman Islands) - 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands - 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Show the full list of 1 recent earthquakes
Did people in Andaman and Nicobar Islands feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching Andaman and Nicobar Islands from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Andaman and Nicobar Islands - 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 4.6 earthquake near Andaman islands, India region on 12/10/2026, 15:37:21 - 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
- No significant aftershocks have been recorded in Andaman and Nicobar Islands since. Aftershock sequences can still begin or resume without warning.
Earthquakes in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Andaman and Nicobar Islands today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Andaman and Nicobar Islands this week (last 7 days)?
1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the last 30 days?
1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 4.6.
Are there earthquakes in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
Yes. Andaman and Nicobar Islands is seismically active - 1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the last 30 days. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands sit on the Sunda megathrust that ruptured in the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.
What was the most recent earthquake in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
The most recent earthquake in Andaman and Nicobar Islands was a magnitude 4.6 event near Andaman islands, India region at a depth of 91 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Andaman and Nicobar Islands feed was magnitude 4.6, located near Andaman islands, India region.
Is Andaman and Nicobar Islands in an earthquake zone?
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands sit on the Sunda megathrust that ruptured in the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.
How many earthquakes does Andaman and Nicobar Islands get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Andaman and Nicobar Islands's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 1 earthquake in the last 30 days alone. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands sit on the Sunda megathrust that ruptured in the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
Andaman and Nicobar Islands 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Andaman and Nicobar Islands: 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Andaman and Nicobar Islands 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Andaman and Nicobar Islands was magnitude 4.6 near Andaman islands, India region. 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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.