Qibla Direction in Nairobi

The qibla direction in Nairobi is 7.2° from true north — toward the North — and the Kaaba is about 2,546 km away.

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7.2° from true north (North) · 2,546 km to the Kaaba
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How to Face the Qibla in Nairobi

Face 7.2° from true north, i.e. toward the North. 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 Nairobi in degrees?
The qibla direction in Nairobi is 7.2° from true north, toward the North.
How do I find the qibla in Nairobi?
Face 7.2° from true north (toward the North). 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 Nairobi from the Kaaba?
About 2,546 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).

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