Vanuatu – Sanma

This page summarizes earthquakes in Sanma (Vanuatu). The most recently recorded event was a magnitude M5.2 earthquake near Sanma on 2026-06-28 07:05:45 UTC. All event lists and map markers are limited to the last 30 days.

About Sanma

Sanma is a province located in the Northern part of the nation of Vanuatu, occupying the nation's largest island, Espiritu Santo. The province spans an area of 4,248 square kilometres (1,640 sq mi) and has its capital in Luganville, Vanuatu's second-largest city.

Earthquakes (last 30 days)
2
Max magnitude (last 30 days)
M5.3
Avg magnitude (last 30 days)
M5.00
Avg depth (last 30 days)
149 km
Seismic activity in 2026

In 2026, Sanma recorded 9 earthquakes within Vanuatu. The strongest event reached M6.4.

Located on the New Hebrides Plate.

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