Qibla Direction in Wŏnsan

The qibla direction in Wŏnsan is 285.5° from true north — toward the Northwest — and the Kaaba is about 8,328 km away.

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285.5° from true north (Northwest) · 8,328 km to the Kaaba
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How to Face the Qibla in Wŏnsan

Face 285.5° from true north, i.e. toward the Northwest. 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 Wŏnsan in degrees?
The qibla direction in Wŏnsan is 285.5° from true north, toward the Northwest.
How do I find the qibla in Wŏnsan?
Face 285.5° from true north (toward the Northwest). 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 Wŏnsan from the Kaaba?
About 8,328 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).

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