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Earthquakes in Puerto Rico

1 earthquake in the last 24 hours, 20 in the last 7 days and 45 of magnitude 2.5+ in the last 30 days · Updated 10/30/2026, 9:31 AM PT

Not an official warning; USGS revises quake reports. In an emergency, call 911.

Last 24 hours
1
Last 7 days
20
M2.5+ last 30 days
45
#4 among states
Largest past year
M5.1

Latest earthquakes in Puerto Rico

All magnitudes, newest first. Times are local.

Biggest in the past year

Earthquakes per month

Magnitude 2.5 or more. The current month is partial.

Earthquakes per month in Puerto Rico
40
74
85
46
55
80
76
66
81
70
84
43
Beta

Frequently asked questions

Was there an earthquake in Puerto Rico today?
Yes. The USGS recorded 1 earthquake in Puerto Rico in the last 24 hours.
What was the biggest earthquake in Puerto Rico this year?
The largest in the past 12 months was magnitude 5.1, 96 mi N of Arecibo, Puerto Rico, on 02/19/2026, 6:18 AM PT.
Where does this data come from?
From the U.S. Geological Survey's real-time earthquake feeds. We check every 15 minutes, and magnitudes may be revised after review.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Hazards Program · Last updated 10/30/2026

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