Earthquake in Afghanistan Today
Was there an earthquake in Afghanistan today? Track live Afghanistan earthquakes right now with our interactive seismic map. A total of 14 earthquakes have been recorded in Afghanistan in the last 30 days. View today's seismic activity with magnitude, depth, and epicenter telemetry from USGS & EMSC. Filter by date or magnitude and explore all recent tremors on the live Afghanistan earthquake map.
Earthquake Map of Afghanistan
Interactive map of recent seismic activity in Afghanistan. Each colored radar ring marks an earthquake epicenter.

Latest Earthquakes in Afghanistan
- M 4.2119 km deptha day ago
Ashkāsham, Afghanistan
31 km SSW of epicenter
30 Aug 2026 04:06 UTCDetails - M 4.2208 km deptha day ago
Farkhār, Afghanistan
42 km ESE of epicenter
29 Aug 2026 19:53 UTCDetails - M 4.1211 km depth2 days ago
Jurm, Afghanistan
33 km S of epicenter
29 Aug 2026 10:38 UTCDetails - M 4.594 km depth5 days ago
Ashkāsham, Afghanistan
26 km SW of epicenter
26 Aug 2026 02:24 UTCDetails - M 4.910 km depth6 days ago
Jalālābād, Afghanistan
4 km NNE of epicenter
25 Aug 2026 01:18 UTCDetails - M 4.4176 km deptha week ago
Ashkāsham, Afghanistan
17 km W of epicenter
22 Aug 2026 22:14 UTCDetails - M 4.110 km deptha week ago
Tagāb, Afghanistan
26 km S of epicenter
21 Aug 2026 21:54 UTCDetails - M 5.2215 km deptha week ago
Jurm, Afghanistan
52 km SSW of epicenter
18 Aug 2026 19:51 UTCDetails - M 4.310 km deptha week ago
Herāt, Afghanistan
24 km NNW of epicenter
18 Aug 2026 18:51 UTCDetails - M 4.3109 km depth2 weeks ago
Jurm, Afghanistan
24 km ENE of epicenter
13 Aug 2026 23:11 UTCDetails - M 4.2144 km depth2 weeks ago
Jurm, Afghanistan
53 km S of epicenter
12 Aug 2026 11:29 UTCDetails - M 4.0236 km depth2 weeks ago
Jurm, Afghanistan
20 km S of epicenter
12 Aug 2026 09:55 UTCDetails - M 4.1206 km depth2 weeks ago
Jurm, Afghanistan
29 km SSE of epicenter
12 Aug 2026 00:26 UTCDetails - M 4.510 km depth3 weeks ago
Khandūd, Afghanistan
35 km ESE of epicenter
07 Aug 2026 14:55 UTCDetails
Activity Analytics
Seismic frequency telemetry in Afghanistan
Major Seismic Zones
5 regionsAfghanistan Earthquake Today — Live Seismic Tracker
Was there an earthquake in Afghanistan today? Our live Afghanistan earthquake tracker monitors every tremor, quake, and seismic event in real time. If you just felt shaking in Afghanistan and want to confirm it, this page shows all verified seismic events sourced directly from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).
Did You Feel an Earthquake in Afghanistan Just Now?
If you felt a tremor or earth shaking in Afghanistan, check the live map above for confirmation. The Afghanistan earthquake tracker updates automatically, showing the most recent seismic events first. Each earthquake listed includes its magnitude, depth, exact epicenter coordinates, and distance from major cities — so you can immediately verify if the tremor you felt matches a recorded event. Data refreshes every 5 minutes directly from USGS and EMSC networks.
Afghanistan Seismic Activity & Fault Zone Risks
Seismic activity in Afghanistan is shaped by the region's tectonic setting and proximity to major fault lines. Our interactive live earthquake map displays all recorded events within and around Afghanistan, color-coded by magnitude and depth. Use the filters to view only today's Afghanistan earthquakes, this week's activity, or the full 30-day seismic history. All data is verified and sourced from official seismological monitoring networks.
Want to track seismic activity in other countries? Browse all countries for regional earthquake data, or use our earthquakes near me detector to find seismic events near your exact GPS location. You can also set up earthquake alerts to get instant notifications when a significant tremor is detected near Afghanistan. To learn more about the science behind seismic events, read our guide on why earthquakes happen.
Understanding Earthquakes in Afghanistan
Seismic Activity Overview
Afghanistan has recorded 14 earthquakes in the last 30 days, with 5 in the last week alone. This moderate level of activity suggests Afghanistan experiences regular seismic events, typical for regions near tectonic plate boundaries.
Earthquake Magnitude Scale
Earthquakes are measured on the Richter and Moment Magnitude scales. Each whole number increase represents a 10× increase in measured amplitude and approximately 31.6× more energy released.
How Earthquake Depth Affects Impact
The depth at which an earthquake occurs significantly affects surface shaking intensity. Shallow earthquakes (less than 70 km deep) cause the most severe ground displacement, while deep events (over 300 km) dissipate most energy through the mantle before reaching the surface.
Magnitude Breakdown
Staying Safe During an Earthquake in Afghanistan
If you feel shaking in Afghanistan, immediately Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Get under a sturdy piece of furniture and protect your head and neck. After the shaking stops, check for gas leaks, anticipate aftershocks, and review our earthquake survival guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Live seismic intelligence, historical frequency trends, and safety tips for Afghanistan.
Check the live interactive map and real-time feed at the top of this page for the newest tremors recorded in Afghanistan. Data updates automatically with verified seismic telemetry from the USGS and EMSC networks, displaying precise magnitude, focal depth, and epicenter coordinates.
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