Qibla Direction in Los Angeles, United States
Qibla from Los Angeles: 23.9° NNE · 13,424 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Los Angeles, United States
The Qibla direction from Los Angeles (لوس أنجلوس) is 23.86° clockwise from North, toward NNE. The distance from Los Angeles to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 13,424 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Los Angeles is located at 34.0522°N, -118.2437°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 Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles?
The Qibla direction from Los Angeles, United States is 23.9° (NNE of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Los Angeles from Makkah?
Los Angeles is approximately 13,424 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Los Angeles to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Los Angeles to Makkah is 23.86° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward NNE.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Los Angeles?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Los Angeles 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.