Latest Earthquake in Wellington, New Zealand Today
Track the latest earthquakes in Wellington, New Zealand with our real-time earthquake tracker. A total of 38 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 3.149 km depth17 hours ago
02 Jun 2026 12:07 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.540 km depth22 hours ago
02 Jun 2026 06:38 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.25 km depth3 days ago
31 May 2026 04:41 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.513 km depth4 days ago
29 May 2026 22:56 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.241 km depth5 days ago
29 May 2026 04:54 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.633 km depth6 days ago
27 May 2026 23:36 UTC
OFF E. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 4.410 km depth6 days ago
27 May 2026 20:46 UTC
OFF E. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 3.223 km depth6 days ago
27 May 2026 13:32 UTC
OFF E. COAST OF N. ISLAND, New Zealand
M 3.0129 km depth6 days ago
27 May 2026 10:06 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.137 km depth6 days ago
27 May 2026 07:35 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.190 km deptha week ago
26 May 2026 19:57 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 4.2385 km deptha week ago
26 May 2026 19:17 UTC
OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
M 3.545 km deptha week ago
23 May 2026 19:45 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.15 km deptha week ago
23 May 2026 19:36 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.324 km deptha week ago
22 May 2026 19:15 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.3196 km deptha week ago
22 May 2026 05:00 UTC
SOUTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.2240 km deptha week ago
21 May 2026 22:40 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.9234 km deptha week ago
21 May 2026 16:01 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
- 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 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.