Earthquakes Today in Wellington, New Zealand
Track real-time seismic activity in Wellington, New Zealand with our latest earthquake updates. A total of 43 earthquakes have been recorded in this area. View today's and recent earthquakes with detailed information on magnitude, depth, and epicenter location. Use the filters to sort earthquakes by date and magnitude, 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.
Recent Earthquakes in Wellington, New Zealand
M 3.0184 km depth9 hours ago
02 Mar 2026 18:21 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.4150 km depth15 hours ago
02 Mar 2026 12:03 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.1646 km deptha day ago
01 Mar 2026 19:52 UTC
OFF E. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 3.335 km depth2 days ago
01 Mar 2026 02:21 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.1232 km depth2 days ago
28 Feb 2026 17:12 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.638 km depth4 days ago
26 Feb 2026 13:43 UTC
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M 3.216 km deptha week ago
22 Feb 2026 06:00 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.635 km deptha week ago
21 Feb 2026 13:32 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.643 km deptha week ago
19 Feb 2026 15:58 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.575 km deptha week ago
18 Feb 2026 19:58 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.239 km deptha week ago
18 Feb 2026 15:02 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.212 km deptha week ago
18 Feb 2026 12:25 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.65 km deptha week ago
18 Feb 2026 08:01 UTC
OFF W. COAST OF N. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 3.210 km deptha week ago
18 Feb 2026 04:44 UTC
OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 3.2115 km deptha week ago
17 Feb 2026 18:53 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.244 km deptha week ago
17 Feb 2026 10:56 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.691 km depth2 weeks ago
16 Feb 2026 08:04 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.0163 km depth2 weeks ago
16 Feb 2026 06:17 UTC
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- M6–M6.9
- M7–M7.9
- M8–M8.9
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Earthquake Activity Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an earthquake in Wellington, New Zealand today?
To find out if there was an earthquake in Wellington today, check our live tracker. We constantly update our data to bring you the newest information on any New Zealand earthquake today.
When was the last earthquake in Wellington?
The most recent system-recorded earthquake near Wellington occurred 3/2/2026. You can track every earthquake New Zealand today on our interactive map.
Is Wellington seismically active?
Yes, Wellington has experienced multiple earthquakes recently. Always check back for the latest updates on earthquakes today.
How big was the largest earthquake near Wellington this year?
Our data shows the largest seismic event near Wellington in the past year was a magnitude 5 earthquake near 16 km SE of Patea, New Zealand. Monitor our live map for any new New Zealand earthquake today.
Where can I get real-time alerts for a Wellington earthquake today?
You can track every New Zealand earthquake today right here on our interactive dashboard. We pull from global monitoring systems to give you the fastest seismic updates.
Earthquake Safety
- Drop, Cover, and Hold On during shaking.
- If indoors, stay there. Get under a desk or table.