Djibouti sits on the Afar Triple Junction, where three tectonic plates pull apart. The map above shows volcanoes in Djibouti, with type, status and elevation. Volcano data is sourced from the Smithsonian Global Volcanism Program and partners.
Whether you are looking for a map of active volcanoes in Djibouti, the highest or biggest volcano, a list of every volcano, or whether any volcano is erupting right now, this page covers it. For real-time volcano and eruption alerts in Djibouti - alongside live earthquakes - the free QuakeMate volcano & earthquake app sends push notifications the moment activity is detected nearby.
Volcanoes in Djibouti
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Volcanoes in Djibouti: frequently asked questions
How many volcanoes are there in Djibouti?
Djibouti has 2 volcanoes in the Smithsonian Global Volcanism Program database, of which 2 have Holocene or historical eruptions. See the full list and interactive map above.
How many active volcanoes are in Djibouti?
2 volcanoes in Djibouti are considered active (eruptions in the Holocene period or recorded history). Each volcano's status, type and elevation is listed above.
What is the highest volcano in Djibouti?
The highest volcano in Djibouti in our database is Mousa Alli, at 1,993 m. Tap it on the map or list above for details.
Are there active volcanoes in Djibouti right now?
Djibouti has 2 historically active volcanoes. For current eruption status and elevated-alert volcanoes, QuakeMate shows live USGS/HANS and Smithsonian alerts at quakemate.app/volcanoes - and the free iOS app sends volcano and earthquake alerts in real time.
Is Djibouti volcanic?
Djibouti sits on the Afar Triple Junction, where three tectonic plates pull apart.
Where can I see a map of volcanoes in Djibouti?
The interactive map above plots every volcano in Djibouti with its type, status and elevation, alongside recent earthquakes and tectonic plates. It is sourced from the Smithsonian Global Volcanism Program.
Is there an app to track volcanoes and eruptions in Djibouti?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that maps the volcanoes of Djibouti alongside live earthquakes and tsunami warnings, with real-time alerts for elevated volcano activity and nearby quakes. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
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