Qibla Direction in New York, United States
Qibla from New York: 58.5° ENE · 10,306 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in New York, United States
The Qibla direction from New York (نيويورك) is 58.48° clockwise from North, toward ENE. The distance from New York to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 10,306 km along the shortest great-circle path.
New York is located at 40.7128°N, -74.0060°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 New York
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 New York?
The Qibla direction from New York, United States is 58.5° (ENE of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is New York from Makkah?
New York is approximately 10,306 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from New York to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from New York to Makkah is 58.48° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward ENE.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in New York?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for New York 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.