M5.0 earthquake: Hihifo, Tonga
According to USGS, a magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck near Hihifo, Tonga on September 20, 2026. It was recorded at 05:07 AM UTC at a depth of 10 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M5.0
mb · Moderate
Depth
10 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
05:07:03 AM
September 20, 2026
Source
USGS
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 380 km from Apia.
- Apia · 380 km SW
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.
Because this earthquake is more than 30 days old, only significant earthquakes from our archive are counted.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M5.2 | 10 km | Hihifo, Tonga · 104 km W | 27 km | USGS |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 732 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.6 earthquake on May 10, 2023.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the September 20, 2026 earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
The earthquake occurred near Hihifo, Tonga at 15.952° S, 174.526° W, at a depth of 10 km. The nearest town was Apia, about 380 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
USGS reported a magnitude of mb 5.0 (moderate). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Hihifo, Tonga?
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.