Latest Earthquake in San Jose, Costa Rica Today
Track the latest earthquakes in San Jose, Costa Rica with our real-time earthquake tracker. A total of 100 earthquakes have been recorded in this area in the last 30 days. View today's and latest earthquakes with detailed information on magnitude, depth, and epicenter location. Use the filters to sort earthquakes by date and magnitude, and explore events visually through the interactive earthquake map of San Jose, Costa Rica.
Earthquake Map of San Jose, Costa Rica
Interactive map of recent earthquakes in San Jose, Costa Rica, with each point marking an epicenter.

Latest Earthquakes in San Jose, Costa Rica
M 3.090 km depth35 min ago
15 May 2026 13:17 UTC
NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA
M 3.2184 km depth1 hour ago
15 May 2026 11:57 UTC
Costa Rica
M 2.850 km depth2 hours ago
15 May 2026 11:20 UTC
Costa Rica
M 4.013 km depth6 hours ago
15 May 2026 07:11 UTC
Costa Rica
M 2.88 km depth7 hours ago
15 May 2026 05:56 UTC
Costa Rica
M 4.46 km depth10 hours ago
15 May 2026 02:54 UTC
Costa Rica
M 2.717 km depth11 hours ago
15 May 2026 02:11 UTC
Costa Rica
M 4.015 km depth14 hours ago
14 May 2026 23:22 UTC
Costa Rica
M 3.231 km depth18 hours ago
14 May 2026 18:58 UTC
Costa Rica
M 3.420 km depth19 hours ago
14 May 2026 18:03 UTC
Costa Rica
M 2.58 km depth21 hours ago
14 May 2026 15:56 UTC
COSTA RICA
M 2.751 km depth22 hours ago
14 May 2026 15:30 UTC
COSTA RICA
M 2.53 km depth22 hours ago
14 May 2026 15:20 UTC
COSTA RICA
M 2.960 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 12:42 UTC
NEAR COAST OF NICARAGUA
M 3.22 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 11:28 UTC
COSTA RICA
M 3.613 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 11:27 UTC
COSTA RICA
M 3.2169 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 08:05 UTC
NICARAGUA
M 3.520 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 07:13 UTC
COSTA RICA
- Magnitude Color Guide:
- M1–M4.9
- M5–M5.9
- M6–M6.9
- M7–M7.9
- M8–M8.9
- M9–M9.9
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Earthquake Activity Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the latest earthquake near San Jose, Costa Rica?
Check the interactive map and 'Recent' tab above for the most recent events near San Jose. All data is live from USGS and EMSC and updated every minute.
How many earthquakes happen in San Jose each year?
Check the interactive statistics on the right to see the yearly trend for San Jose. Costa Rica lies in an active seismic region, so small tremors are common.
Is San Jose at high risk for big earthquakes?
Yes — San Jose is in an active seismic zone. We track both minor and significant events so you can stay informed and prepared.
How accurate is the earthquake data for San Jose?
Extremely accurate. We use official USGS and EMSC feeds with precise epicenter locations, magnitudes, and depths.
What should I do after an earthquake in San Jose?
Check for injuries, gas leaks, and damaged buildings. Listen to local authorities and expect aftershocks. Our live map will show any new activity.
Earthquake Safety
- Drop, Cover, and Hold On during shaking.
- If indoors, stay there. Get under a desk or table.