Latest Earthquake in Wellington, New Zealand Today
Track the latest earthquakes in Wellington, New Zealand with our real-time earthquake tracker. A total of 41 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 Wellington, New Zealand.
Earthquake Map of Wellington, New Zealand
Interactive map of recent earthquakes in Wellington, New Zealand, with each point marking an epicenter.

Latest Earthquakes in Wellington, New Zealand
M 3.213 km depth3 hours ago
18 Jul 2026 09:27 UTC
OFF E. COAST OF N. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 3.3137 km depth10 hours ago
18 Jul 2026 03:16 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.4168 km depth20 hours ago
17 Jul 2026 16:47 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.729 km deptha day ago
16 Jul 2026 21:57 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.111 km depth2 days ago
16 Jul 2026 09:23 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.418 km depth3 days ago
15 Jul 2026 12:16 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.817 km depth3 days ago
15 Jul 2026 11:55 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.32 km depth3 days agoAftershock
15 Jul 2026 08:35 UTC
OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, New Zealand
M 3.111 km depth3 days ago
15 Jul 2026 06:58 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.5198 km depth3 days ago
14 Jul 2026 20:39 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.057 km depth5 days ago
13 Jul 2026 03:19 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 4.625 km depth5 days ago
12 Jul 2026 16:31 UTC
SOUTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.821 km depth6 days ago
12 Jul 2026 13:04 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.210 km deptha week ago
09 Jul 2026 17:50 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.05 km deptha week agoAftershock
09 Jul 2026 06:51 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.912 km deptha week ago
09 Jul 2026 01:15 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.762 km deptha week ago
08 Jul 2026 07:01 UTC
SOUTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 4.19 km deptha week ago
08 Jul 2026 06:56 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
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- M5–M5.9
- M6–M6.9
- M7–M7.9
- M8–M8.9
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Earthquake Activity Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the latest earthquake near Wellington, New Zealand?
Check the interactive map and 'Recent' tab above for the most recent events near Wellington. All data is live from USGS and EMSC and updated every minute.
How many earthquakes happen in Wellington each year?
Check the interactive statistics on the right to see the yearly trend for Wellington. New Zealand lies in an active seismic region, so small tremors are common.
Is Wellington at high risk for big earthquakes?
Yes — Wellington 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 Wellington?
Extremely accurate. We use official USGS and EMSC feeds with precise epicenter locations, magnitudes, and depths.
What should I do after an earthquake in Wellington?
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.