Qibla Direction in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Today 2026-09-12: Qibla direction in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with a 244.15 degree true-north bearing, latitude, longitude, and compass guidance.
Qibla Bearing for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- City
- Riyadh
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Latitude
- 24.68773
- Longitude
- 46.72185
- Approximate direction
- southwest
The bearing is calculated from Riyadh coordinates toward Makkah and is measured clockwise from true north, not magnetic north.
To use a compass or phone, keep the device level and align the indicator with this degree. Magnetic compasses can be affected by metal objects and local magnetic variation, so check from an open spot when precision matters.
Qibla Direction in Riyadh
Qibla bearing from Riyadh is calculated from city coordinates toward Makkah.
The bearing helps residents and travelers orient themselves in a new home, hotel, or workplace, while phone compasses can still be affected indoors.
Use it as a strong directional reference and confirm local mosque signs when available.
After checking qibla direction in Riyadh, use weekly prayer times or monthly prayer times to follow the prayer timetable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are prayer times in Riyadh official for every mosque?
No. Times are calculated for the city using coordinates, timezone, and method.
Why can Fajr or Maghrib differ between cities?
Prayer times depend on longitude, latitude, timezone, and calculation method, so differences can appear even inside one country.