Qibla Direction in Houston, United States
Qibla from Houston: 45.5° NE · 12,574 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Houston, United States
The Qibla direction from Houston (هيوستن) is 45.49° clockwise from North, toward NE. The distance from Houston to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 12,574 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Houston is located at 29.7604°N, -95.3698°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 Houston
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 Houston?
The Qibla direction from Houston, United States is 45.5° (NE of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Houston from Makkah?
Houston is approximately 12,574 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Houston to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Houston to Makkah is 45.49° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward NE.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Houston?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Houston 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.