Earthquakes in Tonga

1 earthquakes in the last 24 hours• Latest significant: M6.2

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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)

Showing 28 of 28 earthquakes
Time ↓Mag ↕Location ↕Depth ↕Felt ↕MMIAlertStatusDetails
7 hours ago
2026-02-19 06:58:36 UTC
4.5mb
Fiji region
-22.000°, -178.423°
383.2 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
4 days ago
2026-02-14 15:03:15 UTC
4.6mb
Fiji region
-19.683°, -178.139°
596.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
4 days ago
2026-02-14 14:41:31 UTC
4.6mb
Fiji region
-19.577°, -177.974°
604.1 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-11
2026-02-11 03:32:14 UTC
4.6mb
275 km W of Houma, Tonga
-21.526°, -177.932°
397.1 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-10
2026-02-10 20:44:52 UTC
6.2mww
Fiji region
-21.040°, -178.335°
510.9 km-IIgreen✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-10
2026-02-10 16:18:08 UTC
4.3mb
Fiji region
-18.614°, -177.670°
550.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-09
2026-02-09 23:20:52 UTC
4.6mb
Fiji region
-21.751°, -178.801°
524.9 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-09
2026-02-09 03:00:08 UTC
4.4mb
274 km NW of Houma, Tonga
-19.247°, -176.953°
357.9 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-08
2026-02-08 05:26:51 UTC
4.5mb
61 km WNW of Houma, Tonga
-21.034°, -175.877°
157.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-08
2026-02-08 02:45:56 UTC
4.3mb
Fiji region
-20.692°, -178.557°
585.8 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-05
2026-02-05 00:25:27 UTC
4.6mb
159 km SW of Houma, Tonga
-22.180°, -176.406°
110.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-04
2026-02-04 05:07:22 UTC
4.9mb
262 km WSW of Houma, Tonga
-21.847°, -177.726°
344.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-02
2026-02-02 21:25:37 UTC
4.4mb
295 km WNW of Houma, Tonga
-19.907°, -177.797°
507.6 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-02-01
2026-02-01 09:12:02 UTC
4.4mb
south of the Fiji Islands
-22.236°, -178.095°
376.9 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-31
2026-01-31 20:59:31 UTC
5.8mww
92 km ENE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
-21.019°, -174.134°
12.0 km1IIIgreen✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-31
2026-01-31 15:59:11 UTC
4.4mb
267 km WNW of Houma, Tonga
-20.003°, -177.553°
530.2 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-31
2026-01-31 05:26:34 UTC
4.1mb
Fiji region
-20.417°, -178.293°
654.6 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-29
2026-01-29 20:13:41 UTC
4.6mb
Fiji region
-20.540°, -178.191°
533.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-28
2026-01-28 02:54:35 UTC
4.1mb
106 km WNW of Neiafu, Tonga
-18.337°, -174.941°
253.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-27
2026-01-27 12:43:34 UTC
4.5mb
93 km NW of Neiafu, Tonga
-18.093°, -174.647°
174.6 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-27
2026-01-27 04:56:36 UTC
4.5mb
186 km WNW of Houma, Tonga
-20.430°, -176.913°
269.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-26
2026-01-26 13:02:17 UTC
5.1mb
59 km SSE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
-21.855°, -174.778°
10.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-26
2026-01-26 10:52:59 UTC
5.2mb
65 km SSE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
-21.862°, -174.653°
35.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-26
2026-01-26 03:31:46 UTC
5.4mww
59 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
-21.879°, -174.931°
10.0 km1IVgreen✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-25
2026-01-25 04:46:09 UTC
4.6mb
Fiji region
-19.851°, -178.325°
596.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-24
2026-01-24 10:05:53 UTC
5.0mb
Fiji region
-21.058°, -178.782°
589.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-23
2026-01-23 18:54:48 UTC
4.2mb
256 km W of Houma, Tonga
-20.875°, -177.749°
420.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-01-20
2026-01-20 21:27:14 UTC
3.9mb
Fiji region
-20.468°, -178.731°
596.7 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
Legend:
Mag: Magnitude ({magType} = ml, mb, mw, etc.)
Felt: Number of DYFI felt reports
MMI: Modified Mercalli Intensity (I-X+)
Alert: PAGER alert level
Depth: Shallow (<70km), Intermediate, Deep (>300km)
Status: Auto = preliminary, Reviewed = verified by seismologist
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Earthquake Statistics

Last 24 Hours1
Last 30 Days28
2026 (M2.5+)47
Largest (30 Days)
M6.2

Fiji region

2026-02-10

Largest in 2026
M6.2

Fiji region

2026-02-10

Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.

About Tonga

Tonga sits above one of the fastest subduction zones on Earth where the Pacific Plate dives beneath the Australian Plate at nearly 24 cm per year.

Tonga Earthquakes 2026

In 2026, Tonga has recorded 47 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in Tonga in 2026 was a magnitude 6.2 event near Fiji region. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 1 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 28 in the last 30 days.

Seismic Activity in Tonga

Tonga sits above one of the fastest subduction zones on Earth where the Pacific Plate dives beneath the Australian Plate at nearly 24 cm per year.

Over the past 30 days, there have been 28 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 6.2 event near Fiji region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many earthquakes occur in Tonga?

In the past 30 days, 28 earthquakes have been recorded in the Tonga region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.

What was the biggest recent earthquake in Tonga?

The largest recent earthquake in the Tonga area was a magnitude 6.2 event that occurred Fiji region.

How can I prepare for earthquakes in Tonga?

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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