Latest Earthquake in Wellington, New Zealand Today
Track the latest earthquakes in Wellington, New Zealand with our real-time earthquake tracker. A total of 35 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 3.3147 km depth15 hours ago
14 May 2026 18:23 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.619 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 02:05 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.619 km deptha day ago
14 May 2026 02:00 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 4.022 km depth2 days ago
13 May 2026 05:44 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.2209 km depth2 days ago
12 May 2026 12:42 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.021 km depth3 days ago
12 May 2026 09:02 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.223 km depth3 days ago
11 May 2026 10:31 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.1391 km depth4 days ago
10 May 2026 16:46 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.8102 km depth4 days ago
10 May 2026 11:04 UTC
New Zealand
M 3.183 km depth5 days ago
10 May 2026 08:55 UTC
New Zealand
M 4.218 km depth5 days ago
10 May 2026 00:44 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 4.9205 km depth5 days ago
09 May 2026 21:52 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.28 km depth6 days ago
08 May 2026 23:41 UTC
SOUTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.0197 km deptha week ago
07 May 2026 22:20 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.466 km deptha week ago
04 May 2026 22:01 UTC
NORTH ISLAND OF NEW ZEALAND
M 3.998 km deptha week ago
03 May 2026 20:53 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 3.1186 km deptha week ago
03 May 2026 01:01 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
M 4.321 km deptha week ago
02 May 2026 15:15 UTC
COOK STRAIT, NEW ZEALAND
- Magnitude Color Guide:
- M1–M4.9
- M5–M5.9
- M6–M6.9
- M7–M7.9
- M8–M8.9
- M9–M9.9
- Today
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.