Qibla direction in Sanaa
Short answerThe qibla in Sanaa is 326° from true north, towards the north-west. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 818 km from Sanaa. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 326° clockwise from north.
326°north-west
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 326°; that is the direction from Sanaa to the Kaaba.