Qibla Direction in Umm Al Quwain, UAE
Qibla from Umm Al Quwain: 257.2° WSW · 1,667 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Umm Al Quwain, UAE
The Qibla direction from Umm Al Quwain (أم القيوين) is 257.23° clockwise from North, toward WSW. The distance from Umm Al Quwain to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 1,667 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Umm Al Quwain is located at 25.5647°N, 55.5534°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 Umm Al Quwain
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 Umm Al Quwain?
The Qibla direction from Umm Al Quwain, UAE is 257.2° (WSW of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Umm Al Quwain from Makkah?
Umm Al Quwain is approximately 1,667 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Umm Al Quwain to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Umm Al Quwain to Makkah is 257.23° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward WSW.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Umm Al Quwain?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Umm Al Quwain 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.