Qibla Direction in Dakar
Senegal · 6,069 km to Makkah
73.9°
east-northeast (ENE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Dakar, Senegal is 73.9° from true north — east-northeast (ENE). Makkah is 6,069 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Dakar?
73.9° clockwise from true north, i.e. east-northeast.
How far is Dakar from Makkah?
About 6,069 km (3,771 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 14.6937°, -17.4441°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.