Nicaragua – Rivas

This page summarizes earthquakes in Rivas (Nicaragua). The most recently recorded event was a magnitude M2.7 earthquake near Altagracia on 2026-06-16 02:12:35 UTC. All event lists and map markers are limited to the last 30 days.

About Rivas

Rivas is a department of the Republic of Nicaragua. It covers an area of 2,162 km2 (835 sq mi) and has a population of 183,611. The department's capital is the city of Rivas.

Earthquakes (last 30 days)
6
Max magnitude (last 30 days)
M3.3
Avg magnitude (last 30 days)
M2.77
Avg depth (last 30 days)
141 km
Seismic activity in 2026

In 2026, Rivas recorded 26 earthquakes within Nicaragua. The average magnitude was M2.88. The strongest event reached M3.7.

Located on the Caribbean Plate.

Map (last 30 days)
< 2 2–4 4–5 ≥ 5
Earthquakes in Rivas (last 30 days)