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Earthquakes Near San José, Costa Rica 🇨🇷

9,9339°N, -84,0849°W · Population 335 007 · America/Costa_Rica

Seismic Map

Séismes Récents 30 derniers jours · 500 km

20 events found

17 km S of Nandaime, Nicaragua 4 semaines il y a

68 km WSW of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua 2 semaines, 4 jours il y a

19 km S of Zapotillo, Panama 3 semaines, 4 jours il y a

6 km WSW of Calidonia, Panama 3 semaines, 4 jours il y a

27 km W of Río Grande, Panama 1 semaine, 3 jours il y a

21 km W of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 3 jours il y a

18 km W of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 3 jours il y a

14 km W of Río Grande, Panama 4 semaines il y a

9 km SW of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 6 jours il y a

4 km NE of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 6 jours il y a

10 km S of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 6 jours il y a

8 km SSE of Guarumal, Panama 3 semaines il y a

21 km SSW of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 6 jours il y a

11 km SE of Río Grande, Panama 4 semaines il y a

18 km SSE of Río Grande, Panama 3 semaines, 6 jours il y a

19 km S of Leones Arriba, Panama 4 semaines il y a

3 km SSW of Tebario, Panama 3 semaines, 6 jours il y a

14 km SSW of Tebario, Panama 4 semaines il y a

12 km SSW of Tebario, Panama 4 semaines il y a

12 km SSE of Tebario, Panama 2 semaines, 6 jours il y a

Historical Significant Earthquakes

NICARAGUA: LEON, CHINANDEGA, MANAGUA 1898

COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA 1950

PANAMA-COSTA RICA 1934

COSTA RICA: NICOYA 2012 · 2 casualties

NICARAGUA: MASACHAPA; COSTA RICA 1992 · 170 casualties

Seismic Context

Pays 🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Zone Sismique High

Nearest Fault Line Candelaria Fault 39,0 km · 100 km long

Foire aux questions

How often do earthquakes occur near San José?

San José is located in Costa Rica, which has a high seismic risk classification. Earthquake frequency varies, but the QuakeFYI monitoring system tracks all M2.5+ events within 500 km of San José in real time.

What is the seismic risk level for San José?

The seismic risk for San José is classified as high, based on the country-level seismic zone of Costa Rica. With a population of 335,007, earthquake preparedness is an important consideration for residents.

What was the largest earthquake near San José?

The most significant historical earthquake near San José was a magnitude 7.9 event in 1898, approximately 311 km NW of the city. QuakeFYI tracks 5 significant historical events within 500 km.

Is San José near a fault line?

The nearest major fault line to San José is the Candelaria Fault, located approximately 39 km away and spanning 100 km in length. Proximity to active faults is a key factor in assessing seismic risk.

What should I do during an earthquake in San José?

During an earthquake, follow the Drop-Cover-Hold On protocol: drop to your hands and knees, take cover under sturdy furniture, and hold on until shaking stops. Move away from windows, exterior walls, and heavy objects. After the shaking stops, be prepared for aftershocks and check for injuries and hazards.