Earthquakes in North Korea
12 earthquakes (M4+) recorded in North Korea between 2005-2025. Data from USGS.
Total Earthquakes
12
Significant (M6+)
0
Maximum Magnitude
5.9
Avg Magnitude
4.6
Significant Events by Year
1990
1
1979
1
1973
1
1960
1
1954
1
1952
1
1905
1
Significant Earthquakes (7)
| Mag | Location | Depth | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.3 | 67 km SE of Rajin, North Korea | 578.5 km | May 11, 1990 |
| 6.1 | 64 km SE of Rajin, North Korea | 588.0 km | Aug 16, 1979 |
| 6.5 | 61 km SSE of Ungsang-nodongjagu, North Korea | 575.0 km | Sep 29, 1973 |
| 6.8 | 108 km SSE of Kilju, North Korea | 607.5 km | Oct 8, 1960 |
| 6.4 | 212 km ESE of Hoemul-li, North Korea | 551.7 km | Nov 19, 1954 |
| 6.3 | 3 km ENE of Chunghwa, North Korea | 35.0 km | Mar 19, 1952 |
| 6.6 | 5 km SE of Namyang, North Korea | 470.0 km | Aug 25, 1905 |