Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+8 (GMT+8)
The current local time in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia is 22:51:18.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 500,421
- Coordinates
- 5.97° N, 116.07° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Kuching
- Currency
- Ringgit (MYR)
- Languages
- Malay, English, Chinese, Tamil +4 more
- Country Area
- 329,750 km²
Time Difference Between Kota Kinabalu and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 12h behind | |
| Time in London | 7h behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 1h ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 2h ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 4h behind | |
| Time in Singapore | Same time | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 15h behind | |
| Time in Paris | 6h behind |
Weather in Kota Kinabalu
Current weather conditions in Kota Kinabalu including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
26°C
Overcast
Humidity
83%
Wind
9.8 km/h
Visibility
14 km
32°
25°
31°
24°
31°
25°
31°
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32°
25°
Cities Near Kota Kinabalu
- Time in Putatan6 km
- Time in Donggongon8 km
- Time in Keningau72 km
- Time in Bandar Labuan119 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Kota Kinabalu
Popular Time Differences
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- Time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Singapore
- Time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Paris
Map of Kota Kinabalu
Map showing the location of Kota Kinabalu at coordinates 5.9749, 116.0724.
About Kota Kinabalu Time
Kota Kinabalu is located in Asia, Malaysiaand follows the Asia/Kuching time zone. The city has a population of approximately 500,421 people.
The current local time in Kota Kinabalu is determined by the Asia/Kuching time zone. This time zone is used across several cities in the region and ensures consistent local time for residents and businesses.
On this page, you can find the exact current time in Kota Kinabalu, compare time differences with other cities around the world, and view additional information such as sunrise and sunset times, weather conditions, and nearby cities that share the same time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kota Kinabalu
What time zone is Kota Kinabalu in?
Kota Kinabalu is in the Asia/Kuching time zone (GMT+8) in Malaysia.
What is the current UTC offset for Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is currently at UTC+8.
Does Kota Kinabalu observe daylight saving time?
No, Kota Kinabalu does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+8) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Kota Kinabalu?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, updated every second.