See earthquakes recorded today in Italy, with updated information on magnitude, location, depth and UTC time. Data is updated automatically from official seismic sources.
Earthquake map in Italy today
Strongest earthquakes in Italy today
There are 4 earthquakes recorded today in Italy. The largest magnitude in this period is M5.7.
Featured earthquakes in Italy today
| Magnitude | Location | Depth | Local time | Relevance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M5.7 | 61 km WNW of Leni, Italy🇮🇹 Italy | 10.0 km | Calculating… | 46/100 |
| M5.2 | 50 km WNW of Malfa, Italy🇮🇹 Italy | 10.0 km | Calculating… | 43/100 |
| M4.9 | 53 km WNW of Leni, Italy🇮🇹 Italy | 10.0 km | Calculating… | 26/100 |
Historical earthquakes in Italy
A selection of documented significant historical earthquakes for Italy using the available integrated institutional sources.
335 available records · Source: NOAA/NCEI · NOAA imported: 2026-10-19 06:23:10 UTC · ISC updated: 2026-10-07 12:42:11 UTC
| Date | Location / country | Mag. | Depth | Deaths (source) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-04 | ITALY: CATANIA: RAGALNA 🇮🇹 Italy | M4.5 | 10.0 km | — |
| 2018-12-26 | ITALY: SICILY: CATANIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.0 | 1.0 km | — |
| 2018-04-10 | ITALY: MUCCIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M4.7 | 10.0 km | — |
| 2017-08-21 | ITALY: ISCHIA ISLAND 🇮🇹 Italy | M4.2 | 3.0 km | 2 |
| 2017-01-18 | ITALY: FARINDOLA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.7 | 7.0 km | 34 |
| 2016-10-30 | ITALY: NORCIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.6 | 8.0 km | 2 |
| 2016-10-26 | ITALY: VISSO, USSITA 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.1 | 10.0 km | 1 |
| 2016-08-24 | ITALY: ACCUMOLI, ARQUATA, AMATRICE 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.2 | 4.0 km | 299 |
| 2012-05-29 | ITALY: EMILIA ROMAGNA: MEDOLLA, MIRANDOLA, CAVEZZO 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.9 | 10.0 km | 17 |
| 2012-05-20 | ITALY: SANT'AGOSTINO 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.1 | 5.0 km | — |
| 2012-05-20 | ITALY: EMILIA ROMAGNA: MIRANDOLA 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.1 | 6.0 km | 7 |
| 2009-04-07 | ITALY: L'AQUILA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.5 | 15.0 km | 1 |
| 2009-04-06 | ITALY: L'AQUILA 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.3 | 9.0 km | 309 |
| 2004-11-24 | ITALY: NORTHERN: BRESCIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.1 | 17.0 km | — |
| 2003-09-14 | ITALY: LOIANO, MONGHIDORO, MONZUNO 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.3 | 10.0 km | — |
| 2003-04-11 | ITALY: ALESSANDRIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.0 | 4.0 km | — |
| 2003-01-26 | ITALY: SPINELLO, SANTA SOFIA, BAGNO DI ROMAGNA 🇮🇹 Italy | M4.7 | 7.0 km | — |
| 2002-10-31 | ITALY: SAN GUILIANO DI PUGLIA, CAMPOBASSO 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.7 | 10.0 km | 30 |
| 2002-10-29 | ITALY: SICILY: SANTA VENERINA 🇮🇹 Italy | M4.3 | 10.0 km | — |
| 2002-09-06 | ITALY: SICILY: PALERMO 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.0 | 5.0 km | 2 |
| 1998-04-03 | ITALY: CENTRAL: GUALDO, TADINO-NOCERA UMBRA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.2 | 10.0 km | — |
| 1997-09-26 | ITALY: CENTRAL: MARCHE, UMBRIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M6.0 | 10.0 km | 14 |
| 1997-09-26 | ITALY: CENTRAL: MARCHE, UMBRIA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.7 | 10.0 km | — |
| 1990-12-13 | ITALY: SICILY: CARLENTINI 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.3 | 11.0 km | 19 |
| 1990-05-05 | ITALY: POTENZA 🇮🇹 Italy | M5.4 | 10.0 km | 2 |
The featured selection comes from the NOAA/NCEI significant-earthquake catalog. GDE does not automatically turn smaller earthquakes into major disasters or infer damage, deaths, or territorial impact.
Seismic data: USGS and official regional seismic sources.
Earthquakes in Italy: tectonic background
Earthquake activity in Italy reflects complex deformation across the African, Eurasian and Adriatic tectonic domains. The Apennines contain active faults that have produced destructive earthquakes.
Reading the monitor
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Official information and practical safety
EarthSentra does not predict earthquakes or issue official warnings. For local information, consult competent national geological and emergency authorities. During shaking, protect your head and neck and follow local earthquake safety advice. Historic records should not be interpreted as current emergency reports.
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