Qibla Direction in Doha, Qatar
Qibla from Doha: 252.6° WSW · 1,269 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Doha, Qatar
The Qibla direction from Doha (الدوحة) is 252.62° clockwise from North, toward WSW. The distance from Doha to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 1,269 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Doha is located at 25.2854°N, 51.5310°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 Doha
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 Doha?
The Qibla direction from Doha, Qatar is 252.6° (WSW of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Doha from Makkah?
Doha is approximately 1,269 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Doha to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Doha to Makkah is 252.62° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward WSW.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Doha?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Doha 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.