This page summarizes earthquakes in Istanbul (Turkey). The most recently recorded event was a magnitude M1.4 earthquake near Arnavutköy on 2026-06-17 15:37:40 UTC. All event lists and map markers are limited to the last 30 days.
Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, constituting the country's economic, cultural, and historical center. With a population of over 15 million, it is home to 18% of the population of Turkey. Istanbul is among the largest cities in Europe and in the world by population.
In 2026, Istanbul recorded 37 earthquakes within Turkey. The average magnitude was M1.74. The strongest event reached M3.7.
Located on the Eurasia Plate.
