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Recent Earthquakes in Papua New Guinea

2 earthquakes today, 11 in the last 7 days, 76 in the last 30 days, most recently 1 hour ago.

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As of 8 September 2026, 2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Papua New Guinea in the past 24 hours, 11 in the last 7 days and 76 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 5.6 event near Papua, Indonesia at 62 km depth on 2 September 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.

Today
2
Last 7 days
11
Last 30 days
76
Strongest recent
M 5.6
Most recent
1 hour ago
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Papua New Guinea sits on a complex tangle of plate boundaries, making it one of the most earthquake-prone nations on the planet. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Papua New Guinea - 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 Papua New Guinea, 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 Papua New Guinea - 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 Papua New Guinea

Show the full list of 76 recent earthquakes

Did people in Papua New Guinea feel recent earthquakes?

No community-felt earthquakes reported in Papua New Guinea in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.

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Earthquakes in Papua New Guinea: in the news

HighThe Independent World· Sep 2, 2026

Powerful earthquake hits Papua New Guinea

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake has struck Papua New Guinea, posing immediate risk and potential damage.

Papua New Guinea

News intelligence by PagePod, matched to recent seismic activity in this area. QuakeMate is not responsible for external content.

Watching Papua New Guinea from abroad?

Many people reading this page are not in Papua New Guinea - 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 5.6 earthquake near Papua, Indonesia on 02/09/2026, 00:04:56 - 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
10 further earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above have been recorded in Papua New Guinea since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
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Earthquakes in Papua New Guinea: frequently asked questions

Were there any earthquakes in Papua New Guinea today?

Yes - 2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Papua New Guinea in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 3.7 near Papua, Indonesia. See the live map above for today's activity.

How many earthquakes were there in Papua New Guinea yesterday?

No earthquakes were recorded in or near Papua New Guinea in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.

How many earthquakes have there been in Papua New Guinea this week (last 7 days)?

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

How many earthquakes have there been in Papua New Guinea in the last 30 days?

76 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Papua New Guinea in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.6.

Are there earthquakes in Papua New Guinea?

Yes. Papua New Guinea is seismically active - 76 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Papua New Guinea in the last 30 days. Papua New Guinea sits on a complex tangle of plate boundaries, making it one of the most earthquake-prone nations on the planet.

What was the most recent earthquake in Papua New Guinea?

The most recent earthquake in Papua New Guinea was a magnitude 3.7 event near Papua, Indonesia at a depth of 68 km.

What is the strongest recent earthquake in Papua New Guinea?

The strongest earthquake in the recent Papua New Guinea feed was magnitude 5.6, located near Papua, Indonesia.

Is Papua New Guinea in an earthquake zone?

Papua New Guinea sits on a complex tangle of plate boundaries, making it one of the most earthquake-prone nations on the planet.

How many earthquakes does Papua New Guinea get per year?

The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Papua New Guinea's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 76 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Papua New Guinea sits on a complex tangle of plate boundaries, making it one of the most earthquake-prone nations on the planet. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.

Is there a tsunami warning for Papua New Guinea?

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

Is there an earthquake alert app for Papua New Guinea?

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

QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Papua New Guinea: 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 Papua New Guinea?

QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Papua New Guinea 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 Papua New Guinea recently?

The strongest recent earthquake in or near Papua New Guinea was magnitude 5.6 near Papua, Indonesia. 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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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.