Qibla direction in North Sinai Governorate
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From North Sinai Governorate the qibla is towards the south-east: 149.50° from true north in Al Arish. Across the region the bearing runs from 146° to 152°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 4 cities in North Sinai Governorate, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of North Sinai Governorate
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Al Arish | 149.50° · south-east |
| Rafah | 151.79° · south-east |
| Ash Shaykh Zuwayd | 151.07° · south-east |
| Bir al-Abd | 145.92° · south-east |
All 4 cities in North Sinai Governorate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in North Sinai Governorate?
Towards the south-east. In Al Arish it is 149.50°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of North Sinai Governorate lie between 146° and 152°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in North Sinai Governorate?
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.