Earthquakes in El Salvador
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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)
| Time ↓ | Mag ↕ | Location ↕ | Depth ↕ | Felt ↕ | MMI | Alert | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 days ago 2026-04-03 08:19:52 UTC | 4.3mb | 56 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala 13.421°, -90.748° | 54.5 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
6 days ago 2026-03-30 05:15:27 UTC | 4.6mb | 98 km S of La Libertad, El Salvador 12.605°, -89.406° | 31.2 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-27 2026-03-27 14:55:43 UTC | 4.5mb | 17 km WNW of El Realejo, Nicaragua 12.598°, -87.316° | 118.5 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-26 2026-03-26 22:11:08 UTC | 4.9mww | 30 km SSE of La Libertad, El Salvador 13.235°, -89.221° | 69.2 km | 10 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-21 2026-03-21 14:17:58 UTC | 4.4mb | 38 km SW of Jiquilisco, El Salvador 13.100°, -88.867° | 67.6 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-19 2026-03-19 23:57:46 UTC | 4.4mb | 1 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala 13.925°, -90.810° | 94.0 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-18 2026-03-18 17:35:31 UTC | 5.0mww | 22 km N of Los Amates, Guatemala 15.458°, -89.077° | 10.0 km | 11 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-17 2026-03-17 19:54:48 UTC | 4.2mb | 15 km ENE of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala 14.235°, -91.157° | 82.9 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-15 2026-03-15 05:00:41 UTC | 5.3mww | 60 km SSW of Intipucá, El Salvador 12.679°, -88.246° | 59.9 km | 8 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-14 2026-03-14 05:05:36 UTC | 4.5mb | 11 km SSW of Iztapa, Guatemala 13.832°, -90.745° | 83.1 km | 2 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-09 2026-03-09 15:15:41 UTC | 4.3mb | 97 km SW of Acajutla, El Salvador 13.057°, -90.540° | 35.0 km | - | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
2026-03-07 2026-03-07 07:40:42 UTC | 4.1mb | 5 km SSW of Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala 14.141°, -90.293° | 10.0 km | 6 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
Earthquake Statistics
60 km SSW of Intipucá, El Salvador
2026-03-15
60 km SSW of Intipucá, El Salvador
2026-03-15
Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.
About El Salvador
El Salvador experiences regular earthquakes from the nearby Middle America Trench subduction zone and local volcanic fault systems.
El Salvador Earthquakes 2026
In 2026, El Salvador has recorded 34 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in El Salvador in 2026 was a magnitude 5.3 event near Intipucá, El Salvador. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 0 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 12 in the last 30 days.
Seismic Activity in El Salvador
El Salvador experiences regular earthquakes from the nearby Middle America Trench subduction zone and local volcanic fault systems.
Over the past 30 days, there have been 12 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 5.3 event near 60 km SSW of Intipucá, El Salvador.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many earthquakes occur in El Salvador?
In the past 30 days, 12 earthquakes have been recorded in the El Salvador region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.
What was the biggest recent earthquake in El Salvador?
The largest recent earthquake in the El Salvador area was a magnitude 5.3 event that occurred 60 km SSW of Intipucá, El Salvador.
How can I prepare for earthquakes in El Salvador?
Residents should secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit with supplies for 72 hours, develop a family communication plan, and practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during earthquake drills. Visit our preparedness section for detailed guides.
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