Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 28 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 28 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand at Sep 4, 2026, 18:34 UTC, at a depth of 49 km. The epicentre was 30 km (19 mi) NW of Paraparaumu. 27 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mwr |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 4, 2026, 18:34 UTC |
| Depth | 48.8 km |
| Coordinates | -40.731, 174.756 |
| Felt reports | 27 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | 25 km SSE of Pahiatua, New Zealand | 97 km / 60 mi | depth 32 km | |
| 4.0 | 9 km WNW of Solway, New Zealand | 67 km / 42 mi | depth 26 km | |
| 4.5 | 64 km SSW of Patea, New Zealand | 69 km / 43 mi | depth 98 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.