As of 26 September 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Northern Mariana Islands in the past 24 hours, 2 in the last 7 days and 13 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 5.1 event near Rota region, N. Mariana islands at 10 km depth on 16 September 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
The Northern Marianas lie along the Mariana subduction zone, with a chain of active volcanoes and constant offshore seismicity. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) - 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 Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana Islands
Show the full list of 13 recent earthquakes
- 5.0Mariana Islands region2 days ago · 23/09/2026, 13:01:51 · 306 km deep
- 4.2Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands5 days ago · 20/09/2026, 17:39:22 · 147 km deep
- 4.2Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands1 week ago · 18/09/2026, 18:43:56 · 120 km deep
- 5.180 km SSW of San Jose Village, Northern Mariana Islands1 week ago · 16/09/2026, 18:06:40 · 107 km deep
- 5.1172 km ESE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands1 week ago · 16/09/2026, 08:37:00 · 10 km deep
- 4.2Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands2 weeks ago · 11/09/2026, 17:40:20 · 81 km deep
- 4.9Mariana Islands region2 weeks ago · 08/09/2026, 23:23:42 · 10 km deep
- 4.2Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands2 weeks ago · 07/09/2026, 18:07:12 · 259 km deep
- 4.059 km NE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands2 weeks ago · 06/09/2026, 17:49:18 · 95 km deep
- 4.3Maug Islands region, Northern Mariana Islands3 weeks ago · 02/09/2026, 12:51:14 · 173 km deep
- 4.5109 km ENE of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands3 weeks ago · 02/09/2026, 06:42:28 · 66 km deep
- 4.2Mariana Islands region3 weeks ago · 29/08/2026, 11:47:54 · 335 km deep
- 4.4Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands4 weeks ago · 27/08/2026, 19:06:05 · 219 km deep
Did people in Northern Mariana Islands feel recent earthquakes?
These recent earthquakes in Northern Mariana Islands were felt by people nearby - see how many reported feeling each one.
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Watching Northern Mariana Islands from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Northern Mariana 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 5.0 earthquake near Mariana Islands region on 23/09/2026, 13:01:51 - a moderate earthquake, widely felt and capable of light damage to vulnerable buildings near the epicentre.
- 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 Northern Mariana Islands since. Aftershock sequences can still begin or resume without warning.
Earthquakes in Northern Mariana Islands: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Northern Mariana Islands today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana Islands yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Northern Mariana Islands in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Northern Mariana Islands this week (last 7 days)?
2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Northern Mariana Islands in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Northern Mariana Islands in the last 30 days?
13 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Northern Mariana Islands in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.1.
Are there earthquakes in Northern Mariana Islands?
Yes. Northern Mariana Islands is seismically active - 13 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Northern Mariana Islands in the last 30 days. The Northern Marianas lie along the Mariana subduction zone, with a chain of active volcanoes and constant offshore seismicity.
What was the most recent earthquake in Northern Mariana Islands?
The most recent earthquake in Northern Mariana Islands was a magnitude 5.0 event near Mariana Islands region at a depth of 306 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Northern Mariana Islands?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Northern Mariana Islands feed was magnitude 5.1, located near Rota region, N. Mariana islands.
Is Northern Mariana Islands in an earthquake zone?
The Northern Marianas lie along the Mariana subduction zone, with a chain of active volcanoes and constant offshore seismicity.
How many earthquakes does Northern Mariana Islands get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Northern Mariana Islands's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 13 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. The Northern Marianas lie along the Mariana subduction zone, with a chain of active volcanoes and constant offshore seismicity. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Northern Mariana Islands?
Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana Islands?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana Islands?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana Islands?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Northern Mariana 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 Northern Mariana Islands recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Northern Mariana Islands was magnitude 5.1 near Rota region, N. Mariana islands. That is a moderate earthquake that can be widely felt. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.
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Get earthquake alerts for Northern Mariana Islands
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Earthquakes in nearby countries
Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.