Turkey – Varto

This page summarizes earthquakes in Varto (Turkey). The most recently recorded event was a magnitude M1.3 earthquake near Gölyayla on 2026-08-06 23:42:39 UTC. All event lists and map markers are limited to the last 30 days.

About Varto

Varto is a town in Muş Province, Turkey. It is the seat of Varto District. Varto was elected from the DEM Party in the 2024 Turkish Local Elections, with Giyasettin Aydemir serving as the mayor. According to the 2024 population census, the district's total population is 29,174.

Earthquakes (last 30 days)
5
Max magnitude (last 30 days)
M2.8
Avg magnitude (last 30 days)
M1.86
Avg depth (last 30 days)
7 km
Seismic activity in 2026

In 2026, Varto recorded 18 earthquakes within Turkey. The average magnitude was M1.89. The strongest event reached M2.8.

Located on the Eurasia Plate.

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