Qibla Direction in Al Wakrah, Qatar
Qibla from Al Wakrah: 253.3° WSW · 1,272 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Al Wakrah, Qatar
The Qibla direction from Al Wakrah (الوكرة) is 253.26° clockwise from North, toward WSW. The distance from Al Wakrah to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 1,272 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Al Wakrah is located at 25.1760°N, 51.6020°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 Al Wakrah
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 Al Wakrah?
The Qibla direction from Al Wakrah, Qatar is 253.3° (WSW of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Al Wakrah from Makkah?
Al Wakrah is approximately 1,272 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Al Wakrah to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Al Wakrah to Makkah is 253.26° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward WSW.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Al Wakrah?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Al Wakrah 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.