Qibla direction in North Dakota
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From North Dakota the qibla is towards the north-east: 40.70° from true north in Fargo. Across the region the bearing runs from 35° to 41°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 9 cities in North Dakota, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of North Dakota
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Fargo | 40.70° · north-east |
| Bismarck | 37.33° · north-east |
| Grand Forks | 40.36° · north-east |
| Minot | 36.70° · north-east |
| West Fargo | 40.61° · north-east |
| Williston | 34.70° · north-east |
| Dickinson | 35.60° · north-east |
| Mandan | 37.24° · north-east |
| Jamestown | 39.08° · north-east |
All 9 cities in North Dakota
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in North Dakota?
Towards the north-east. In Fargo it is 40.70°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of North Dakota lie between 35° and 41°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in North Dakota?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.