Qibla Direction in Cotabato, Philippines
Qibla from Cotabato: 290.7° WNW · 9,139 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Cotabato, Philippines
The Qibla direction from Cotabato (كوتاباتو) is 290.75° clockwise from North, toward WNW. The distance from Cotabato to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 9,139 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Cotabato is located at 7.2047°N, 124.2310°E (WGS84). The Kaaba is at 21.4225°N, 39.8262°E. The bearing is computed using spherical trigonometry for maximum precision.
How to Use the Live Compass in Cotabato
1. Allow location access when prompted — or the city is pre-selected for you.
2. Tap "Enable Live Compass" to activate your device's magnetometer.
3. Hold your phone flat and rotate it slowly. The golden arrow points toward Makkah.
4. When your phone vibrates and the compass turns green, you are facing Qibla.
If the compass seems off, calibrate it by moving your phone in a figure-8 pattern. Keep away from metal objects and speakers which can interfere with the magnetometer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Qibla direction in Cotabato?
The Qibla direction from Cotabato, Philippines is 290.7° (WNW of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Cotabato from Makkah?
Cotabato is approximately 9,139 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Cotabato to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Cotabato to Makkah is 290.75° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward WNW.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Cotabato?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Cotabato is pre-calculated and embedded in the page — it works without internet. The live sensor compass also works offline. Only the map view requires a connection.