Face 13.5° from true north, i.e. toward the North-northeast. 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 East London in degrees?
The qibla direction in East London is 13.5° from true north, toward the North-northeast.
How do I find the qibla in East London?
Face 13.5° from true north (toward the North-northeast). 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 East London from the Kaaba?
About 6,184 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).