Makkah News: Today the sun will be directly above the Kaaba, this is a golden opportunity to know the direction of Qibla.

By Sandy Verma On Jul 15, 2026

in Mecca today 15 July 2026 An astronomical event is going to happen. ok this afternoon 12:26:44 PM (Makkah time) the sun will be directly above the holy Kaaba. This is a special event occurring twice a year, which has been confirmed by the Oman Society of Astronomy and Space. Muslim brothers living all over the world can use this time to find the correct direction of Qibla.

How to check Qibla direction

President of Jeddah Astronomical Society Majed Abu Zahra Said that this incident is an excellent opportunity to re-check the direction of Qibla. When the sun is directly above the Kaaba, its angle 90 degrees It happens and no shadow is cast on any direct object. If you stand a straight stick on the ground in your house, then the direction in which its shadow is formed will be the direction of Qibla.

This method is very useful for those who live away from Mecca. However, people living in nearby cities like Jeddah can also use it to check their current direction with accuracy. Latitude of Mecca 21°25′20.01″N But due to this position of the sun, it is considered the most reliable natural way to identify Qibla.

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