As of 23 October 2026, 1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Pakistan in the past 24 hours, 5 in the last 7 days and 8 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 5.7 event near Pakistan at 10 km depth on 17 October 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
Pakistan lies on the active boundary where the Indian plate pushes into Eurasia, raising the Himalayas. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Pakistan - 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 Pakistan, 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 Pakistan - 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 Pakistan
Show the full list of 8 recent earthquakes
- 4.9SOUTHWESTERN PAKISTAN6 hours ago · 22/10/2026, 23:26:47 · 35 km deep
- 4.6115 km NNE of Barishal, Pakistan2 days ago · 20/10/2026, 23:16:44 · 66 km deep
- 3.4PAKISTAN5 days ago · 17/10/2026, 20:32:30 · 130 km deep
- 3.0PAKISTAN5 days ago · 17/10/2026, 15:10:13 · 10 km deep
- 5.748 km WNW of Khuzdar, Pakistan6 days ago · 17/10/2026, 05:06:57 · 10 km deep
- 3.2PAKISTAN3 weeks ago · 01/10/2026, 22:10:16 · 9 km deep
- 3.2INDIA-PAKISTAN BORDER REGION3 weeks ago · 30/09/2026, 15:50:34 · 12 km deep
- 4.652 km NNW of Barishal, Pakistan3 weeks ago · 27/09/2026, 15:00:53 · 43 km deep
Did people in Pakistan feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Pakistan in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching Pakistan from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Pakistan - 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 5.7 earthquake near 48 km WNW of Khuzdar, Pakistan on 17/10/2026, 05:06:57 - a moderate earthquake, widely felt and capable of light damage to vulnerable buildings near the epicentre. The USGS PAGER impact estimate for this event was yellow, meaning a local-scale impact with some casualties and damage possible.
- 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
- 4 further earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above have been recorded in Pakistan since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
Earthquakes in Pakistan: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Pakistan today?
Yes - 1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Pakistan in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 4.9 in southwestern Pakistan. See the live map above for today's activity.
How many earthquakes were there in Pakistan yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Pakistan in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Pakistan this week (last 7 days)?
5 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Pakistan in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Pakistan in the last 30 days?
8 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Pakistan in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.7.
Are there earthquakes in Pakistan?
Yes. Pakistan is seismically active - 8 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Pakistan in the last 30 days. Pakistan lies on the active boundary where the Indian plate pushes into Eurasia, raising the Himalayas.
What was the most recent earthquake in Pakistan?
The most recent earthquake in Pakistan was a magnitude 4.9 event in southwestern Pakistan at a depth of 35 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Pakistan?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Pakistan feed was magnitude 5.7, located near Pakistan.
Is Pakistan in an earthquake zone?
Pakistan lies on the active boundary where the Indian plate pushes into Eurasia, raising the Himalayas.
How many earthquakes does Pakistan get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Pakistan's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 8 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Pakistan lies on the active boundary where the Indian plate pushes into Eurasia, raising the Himalayas. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Pakistan?
Major undersea earthquakes near Pakistan can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/pakistan for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Pakistan.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Pakistan?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Pakistan, 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 Pakistan?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Pakistan: 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 Pakistan?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Pakistan 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 Pakistan recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Pakistan was magnitude 5.7 near Pakistan. 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 Pakistan
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.