Earthquakes Near Kuala Lumpur
Within 300 km · past 12 months · M3+
The latest earthquake near Kuala Lumpur was magnitude 4.4, 282 km west-southwest of Kuala Lumpur (38 km SSW of Bandar, Indonesia), on 24 Jul 2026, 5:57 am local time. In the past 12 months the USGS recorded 5 earthquakes of magnitude 3+ within 300 km; the strongest was M4.6.
- Magnitude 3–3.9
- 0
- Magnitude 4–4.9
- 5
- Magnitude 5–5.9
- 0
- Magnitude 6+
- 0
Recent earthquakes near Kuala Lumpur
Times in Kuala Lumpur local time.
| Mag | Location | Time | Depth | From Kuala Lumpur |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 38 km SSW of Bandar, Indonesia | 24 Jul 2026, 5:57 am91 days ago | 157 km | 282 km WSW |
| 4.6 | 33 km E of Parapat, Indonesia | 26 Apr 2026, 7:52 pm179 days ago | 180 km | 277 km W |
| 4.1 | 15 km NE of Parapat, Indonesia | 19 Apr 2026, 12:20 pm186 days ago | 171 km | 299 km W |
| 4.2 | 44 km SSE of Parapat, Indonesia | 14 Jan 2026, 10:13 pm281 days ago | 157 km | 299 km WSW |
| 4.2 | 40 km NE of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia | 27 Dec 2025, 5:16 pm299 days ago | 167 km | 293 km SW |
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Frequently asked questions
Was there an earthquake in Kuala Lumpur today?
No earthquake of magnitude 3+ was recorded within 300 km of Kuala Lumpur in the past 24 hours. The latest was 91 days ago.
What was the strongest earthquake near Kuala Lumpur this year?
M4.6, 277 km west of Kuala Lumpur, on 26 Apr 2026, 7:52 pm.
What should I do during an earthquake?
Drop, cover and hold on: get under a sturdy table, protect your head and neck, and stay away from windows. If you are outside, move to an open area away from buildings and power lines. Do not use lifts.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Earthquake Hazards Program — public domain (earthquake.usgs.gov). Outside the United States the USGS catalogue is most complete for magnitude 4.5 and above; national agencies may list smaller quakes. Magnitudes can be revised after review.