Qibla direction in Nouakchott
Short answerThe qibla in Nouakchott is 77° from true north, towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 5,822 km from Nouakchott. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 77° clockwise from north.
77°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 77°; that is the direction from Nouakchott to the Kaaba.