Qibla direction in West Sumatra
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From West Sumatra the qibla is towards the north-west: 294.70° from true north in Padang. Across the region the bearing runs from 294° to 295°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 7 cities in West Sumatra, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of West Sumatra
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Padang | 294.70° · north-west |
| Payakumbuh | 294.30° · north-west |
| Bukittinggi | 294.40° · north-west |
| Pariaman | 294.60° · north-west |
| Solok | 294.56° · north-west |
| Padangpanjang | 294.46° · north-west |
| Sijunjung | 294.45° · north-west |
All 7 cities in West Sumatra
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in West Sumatra?
Towards the north-west. In Padang it is 294.70°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of West Sumatra lie between 294° and 295°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in West Sumatra?
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.