Qibla Direction in Leicester, United Kingdom
Qibla from Leicester: 118.9° ESE · 4,915 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Leicester, United Kingdom
The Qibla direction from Leicester (ليستر) is 118.91° clockwise from North, toward ESE. The distance from Leicester to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 4,915 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Leicester is located at 52.6369°N, -1.1398°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 Leicester
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 Leicester?
The Qibla direction from Leicester, United Kingdom is 118.9° (ESE of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Leicester from Makkah?
Leicester is approximately 4,915 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Leicester to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Leicester to Makkah is 118.91° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward ESE.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Leicester?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Leicester 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.