Qibla Direction in Jerusalem

The qibla direction in Jerusalem is 157.2° from true north — toward the South-southeast — and the Kaaba is about 1,238 km away.

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157.2° from true north (South-southeast) · 1,238 km to the Kaaba
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How to Face the Qibla in Jerusalem

Face 157.2° from true north, i.e. toward the South-southeast. Use a compass — or the app's live qibla compass — to line it up.

This bearing is from TRUE (geographic) north. A phone's compass points to magnetic north, which differs by a few degrees depending on location — the app's qibla compass corrects for this automatically. To be sure, check against your local mosque's mihrab.

Frequently Asked

What is the qibla direction in Jerusalem in degrees?
The qibla direction in Jerusalem is 157.2° from true north, toward the South-southeast.
How do I find the qibla in Jerusalem?
Face 157.2° from true north (toward the South-southeast). Use the app's qibla compass for accuracy, or check against your mosque's mihrab.
Is this from magnetic or true north?
From true (geographic) north. A phone's magnetic compass needs a declination correction — the app does this automatically.
How far is Jerusalem from the Kaaba?
About 1,238 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).

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