As of 26 September 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near South Sandwich Islands in the past 24 hours, 2 in the last 7 days and 15 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 6.2 event in south Sandwich islands region at 113 km depth on 2 September 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
The South Sandwich Trench in the far South Atlantic is remote but extremely active, with frequent large quakes far from any population. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in South Sandwich Islands (South Georgia) - 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 South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich Islands
Show the full list of 15 recent earthquakes
- 5.0South Sandwich Islands region4 days ago · 21/09/2026, 21:37:05 · 10 km deep
- 5.0South Sandwich Islands region6 days ago · 19/09/2026, 09:59:59 · 78 km deep
- 4.9South Sandwich Islands region1 week ago · 12/09/2026, 11:05:46 · 102 km deep
- 5.1South Sandwich Islands region2 weeks ago · 12/09/2026, 00:55:08 · 10 km deep
- 5.1South Sandwich Islands region2 weeks ago · 08/09/2026, 06:50:46 · 129 km deep
- 4.5South Sandwich Islands region2 weeks ago · 06/09/2026, 07:56:02 · 10 km deep
- 5.0South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 04/09/2026, 06:45:54 · 10 km deep
- 4.5South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 03/09/2026, 05:10:19 · 10 km deep
- 4.5South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 03/09/2026, 04:43:43 · 14 km deep
- 6.2South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 02/09/2026, 23:46:57 · 111 km deep
- 5.3South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 02/09/2026, 10:54:02 · 99 km deep
- 4.5South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 31/08/2026, 21:46:03 · 91 km deep
- 4.5South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 30/08/2026, 23:40:13 · 10 km deep
- 5.0South Sandwich Islands region3 weeks ago · 30/08/2026, 03:55:28 · 142 km deep
- 5.0South Sandwich Islands region4 weeks ago · 29/08/2026, 07:10:54 · 100 km deep
Did people in South Sandwich Islands feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in South Sandwich Islands in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching South Sandwich Islands from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in South Sandwich 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 in south Sandwich Islands region on 21/09/2026, 21:37:05 - 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 South Sandwich Islands since. Aftershock sequences can still begin or resume without warning.
Earthquakes in South Sandwich Islands: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in South Sandwich Islands today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich Islands yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near South Sandwich Islands in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in South Sandwich Islands this week (last 7 days)?
2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near South Sandwich Islands in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in South Sandwich Islands in the last 30 days?
15 earthquakes have been recorded in or near South Sandwich Islands in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 6.2.
Are there earthquakes in South Sandwich Islands?
Yes. South Sandwich Islands is seismically active - 15 earthquakes have been recorded in or near South Sandwich Islands in the last 30 days. The South Sandwich Trench in the far South Atlantic is remote but extremely active, with frequent large quakes far from any population.
What was the most recent earthquake in South Sandwich Islands?
The most recent earthquake in South Sandwich Islands was a magnitude 5.0 event in south Sandwich Islands region at a depth of 10 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in South Sandwich Islands?
The strongest earthquake in the recent South Sandwich Islands feed was magnitude 6.2, located in south Sandwich islands region.
Is South Sandwich Islands in an earthquake zone?
The South Sandwich Trench in the far South Atlantic is remote but extremely active, with frequent large quakes far from any population.
How many earthquakes does South Sandwich Islands get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but South Sandwich Islands's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 15 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. The South Sandwich Trench in the far South Atlantic is remote but extremely active, with frequent large quakes far from any population. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for South Sandwich Islands?
South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich Islands?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich Islands?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich Islands?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for South Sandwich 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 South Sandwich Islands recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near South Sandwich Islands was magnitude 6.2 in south Sandwich islands region. That is a major earthquake capable of significant damage. 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 South Sandwich Islands
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.