Qibla direction in Kakamega
Short answerThe qibla in Kakamega is 13° from true north, towards the north. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 2,414 km from Kakamega. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 13° clockwise from north.
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Allow access to the orientation sensor and hold your phone flat. When the arrow turns gold you are facing the qibla.
How to check the qibla
- Set your phone compass to true north (not magnetic) if possible.
- Stay away from metal, magnets and electronics.
- Turn until the compass reads 13°; that is the direction from Kakamega to the Kaaba.