Qibla direction in Kano
Short answerThe qibla in Kano is 68° from true north, towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 3,487 km from Kano. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 68° clockwise from north.
68°east
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 68°; that is the direction from Kano to the Kaaba.