Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M3.9 earthquake 12 km N of Rahotu, New Zealand
A magnitude 3.9 earthquake struck 12 km N of Rahotu, New Zealand at Sep 5, 2026, 18:46 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 30 km (18 mi) SW of New Plymouth. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 3.9 ml |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 5, 2026, 18:46 UTC |
| Depth | 10.1 km |
| Coordinates | -39.218, 173.802 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | 4 km ENE of Inglewood, New Zealand | 38 km / 24 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.