Qibla direction in San Francisco
Short answerThe qibla in San Francisco is 19° from true north, towards the north. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 13,176 km from San Francisco. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 19° clockwise from north.
Allow access to the orientation sensor and hold your phone flat. When the arrow turns gold you are facing the qibla.
Exact qibla from your location
Face true north, then turn 19.0° clockwise to face the qibla.
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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 19°; that is the direction from San Francisco to the Kaaba.
Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in San Francisco?
The qibla direction in San Francisco is 19° measured clockwise from true north, towards the north. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 13,176 km away.
Which direction is Qibla from San Francisco?
From San Francisco, face the north (19° from true north) to face the Kaaba. Point a compass (set to true north, not magnetic) to that bearing, or open the live compass on this page and turn until it locks on.
Is there an online qibla compass for San Francisco?
Yes — the live compass on this page shows the qibla direction from San Francisco in real time. Allow compass access, hold the phone flat, and turn until the needle locks at 19°.