Qibla direction in Rio de Janeiro
Short answerThe qibla in Rio de Janeiro is 68° from true north, towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 10,248 km from Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro to the Kaaba.