Qibla direction in Madinah Region
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Madinah Region the qibla is towards the south: 176.29° from true north in Madinah. Across the region the bearing runs from 148° to 205°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 6 cities in Madinah Region, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Madinah Region
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Madinah | 176.29° · south |
| Sultanah | 175.83° · south |
| Yanbu | 148.27° · south-east |
| Al-Ula | 161.07° · south |
| Badr Hunayn | 157.75° · south |
| Mahd adh Dhahab | 205.41° · south-west |
All 6 cities in Madinah Region
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Madinah Region?
Towards the south. In Madinah it is 176.29°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Madinah Region lie between 148° and 205°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Madinah Region?
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.