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Recent Earthquakes in Panama

27 earthquakes today, 230 in the last 7 days, 822 in the last 30 days, most recently 2 hours ago.

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As of 24 October 2026, 27 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Panama in the past 24 hours, 230 in the last 7 days and 822 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 7.7 event near Panama at 10 km depth on 9 October 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.

Today
27
Last 7 days
230
Last 30 days
822
Strongest recent
M 7.7
Most recent
2 hours ago
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Panama lies on a complex junction of the Caribbean, Nazca and Cocos plates. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Panama - 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 Panama, 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 Panama - 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 Panama

Show the full list of 444 recent earthquakes

Did people in Panama feel recent earthquakes?

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

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Watching Panama from abroad?

Many people reading this page are not in Panama - 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 5.4 earthquake in south of Panama on 20/10/2026, 17:05:52 - 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
110 further earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above have been recorded in Panama since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
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Earthquakes in Panama: frequently asked questions

Were there any earthquakes in Panama today?

Yes - 27 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Panama in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 3.2 near Panama. See the live map above for today's activity.

How many earthquakes were there in Panama yesterday?

37 earthquakes were recorded in or near Panama in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.

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

230 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Panama in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.

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

822 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Panama in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 7.7.

Are there earthquakes in Panama?

Yes. Panama is seismically active - 822 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Panama in the last 30 days. Panama lies on a complex junction of the Caribbean, Nazca and Cocos plates.

What was the most recent earthquake in Panama?

The most recent earthquake in Panama was a magnitude 3.2 event near Panama at a depth of 5 km.

What is the strongest recent earthquake in Panama?

The strongest earthquake in the recent Panama feed was magnitude 7.7, located near Panama.

Is Panama in an earthquake zone?

Panama lies on a complex junction of the Caribbean, Nazca and Cocos plates.

How many earthquakes does Panama get per year?

The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Panama's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 822 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Panama lies on a complex junction of the Caribbean, Nazca and Cocos plates. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.

Is there a tsunami warning for Panama?

Major undersea earthquakes near Panama can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/panama for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Panama.

Is there an earthquake alert app for Panama?

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

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

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

The strongest recent earthquake in or near Panama was magnitude 7.7 near Panama. That is a major earthquake capable of significant damage. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.

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