Qibla direction in Sokoto
Short answerThe qibla in Sokoto is 71° from true north, towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 3,779 km from Sokoto. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 71° clockwise from north.
71°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 71°; that is the direction from Sokoto to the Kaaba.