As of 8 September 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Venezuela in the past 24 hours, 2 in the last 7 days and 7 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 5.0 event near Gulf of Paria, Venezuela at 10 km depth on 3 September 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
Northern Venezuela sits on the boundary between the Caribbean and South American plates. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Venezuela - 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 Venezuela, 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 Venezuela - 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 Venezuela
Show the full list of 7 recent earthquakes
- 3.6OFFSHORE SUCRE, VENEZUELA4 days ago · 04/09/2026, 05:06:52 · 80 km deep
- 5.0GULF OF PARIA, VENEZUELA4 days ago · 03/09/2026, 23:15:11 · 10 km deep
- 4.41 km N of La Victoria, Venezuela1 week ago · 28/08/2026, 00:38:21 · 10 km deep
- 3.5MERIDA, VENEZUELA1 week ago · 27/08/2026, 15:36:05 · 10 km deep
- 4.2ISLA DE MARGARITA, VENEZUELA RG.2 weeks ago · 23/08/2026, 05:48:13 · 89 km deep
- 4.062 km NNE of Boca de Uchire, Venezuela2 weeks ago · 23/08/2026, 05:47:51 · 10 km deep
- 4.530 km ENE of Yaguaraparo, Venezuela3 weeks ago · 12/08/2026, 08:14:47 · 99 km deep
Did people in Venezuela feel recent earthquakes?
These recent earthquakes in Venezuela were felt by people nearby - see how many reported feeling each one.
- 4.41 km N of La Victoria, Venezuela1 week ago10 felt reports
- 4.062 km NNE of Boca de Uchire, Venezuela2 weeks ago4 felt reports
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Watching Venezuela from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Venezuela - 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 Gulf of Paria, Venezuela on 03/09/2026, 23:15:11 - 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
- 1 further earthquake of magnitude 2.5 or above has been recorded in Venezuela since. Aftershocks typically continue for days to weeks and decay in frequency.
Earthquakes in Venezuela: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Venezuela today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Venezuela 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 Venezuela yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Venezuela in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Venezuela this week (last 7 days)?
2 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Venezuela in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Venezuela in the last 30 days?
7 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Venezuela in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 5.0.
Are there earthquakes in Venezuela?
Yes. Venezuela is seismically active - 7 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Venezuela in the last 30 days. Northern Venezuela sits on the boundary between the Caribbean and South American plates.
What was the most recent earthquake in Venezuela?
The most recent earthquake in Venezuela was a magnitude 3.6 event near Offshore Sucre, Venezuela at a depth of 80 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Venezuela?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Venezuela feed was magnitude 5.0, located near Gulf of Paria, Venezuela.
Is Venezuela in an earthquake zone?
Northern Venezuela sits on the boundary between the Caribbean and South American plates.
How many earthquakes does Venezuela get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Venezuela's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 7 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Northern Venezuela sits on the boundary between the Caribbean and South American plates. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Venezuela?
Major undersea earthquakes near Venezuela can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/venezuela for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Venezuela.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Venezuela?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Venezuela, 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 Venezuela?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Venezuela: 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 Venezuela?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Venezuela 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 Venezuela recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Venezuela was magnitude 5.0 near Gulf of Paria, Venezuela. 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.