Latest Earthquakes in Kigoma, Tanzania

Latest Earthquakes in Kigoma, Tanzania

An overview of the latest earthquakes near Kigoma, Tanzania. Each event is recorded as they happend updated every minute, the first event recorded was in 1950.

Kigoma Earthquake Statistics

Kigoma in , Tanzania has experienced a total of 139 since the 1950's.

Number of Earthquakes per Year in Kigoma 1950-2024

Earthquake Magnitude Distribution

When was the last earthquake in Kigoma, Tanzania?

The last earthquake in Kigoma was 4 months ago and struck 18 km (11 mi) ← W of the city. The earthquake had a magnitude 4.80 on the richter scale and a depth of 10.0 km.

What was the strongest earthquake near Kigoma, Tanzania?

The strongest earthquake recorded near Kigoma was a 6.80 magnitude earthquake with a depth of 22.0 kilometers. It struck 76 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo or 150 km (93 mi) ↘ SE from the center of Kigoma, 18 years ago.

How often do earthquakes occur near Kigoma, Tanzania?

In 2024, Kigoma has experienced 1 earthquakes, which is lower than the yearly average of X. Based on the data dating back to 1950 we can asume that Kigoma is struck by an earthquake every x months.

In 2024, Kigoma has experienced 1 earthquakes with a magnitude of 2 or higher. That is lower than the average of 1.85 earthquakes per year in the region. Based on the data dating back to 1950 we can asume that Kigoma is struck by an earthquake with a magnitude of 2 or higher every 0.15 months.

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Data Information

Information found on this page is a derivative set, based on sources mentioned below.

Data Sources

We aggregate and combine data from USGS (United States Geographical Survey) and the EMSC (European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre). This allow us to get near real-time and historical earthquake data dating back to the year 1950.

Disclaimer

Information or data found on this page should not be used for, or as an early warning system. It is intended as an historical reference or near real-time complementary information to offical and governmental sources. In an event of an emergency it is important closely monitor and follow advice from national, state and local authorities.