Sandakan, Malaysia
Monday, May 18, 2026 • UTC+8 (GMT+8)
The current local time in Sandakan, Malaysia is 00:08:38.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 439,050
- Coordinates
- 5.84° N, 118.12° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Kuching
- Currency
- Ringgit (MYR)
- Languages
- Malay, English, Chinese, Tamil +4 more
- Country Area
- 329,750 km²
Time Difference Between Sandakan 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 Sandakan
Current weather conditions in Sandakan including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
26°C
Overcast
Humidity
91%
Wind
8.7 km/h
Visibility
1 km
32°
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25°
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Cities Near Sandakan
- Time in Lahad Datu94 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Sandakan
Popular Time Differences
- Time difference between Sandakan and New York
- Time difference between Sandakan and London
- Time difference between Sandakan and Tokyo
- Time difference between Sandakan and Sydney
- Time difference between Sandakan and Dubai
- Time difference between Sandakan and Singapore
- Time difference between Sandakan and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Sandakan and Paris
Map of Sandakan
Map showing the location of Sandakan at coordinates 5.8402, 118.1179.
About Sandakan Time
Sandakan is located in Asia, Malaysiaand follows the Asia/Kuching time zone. The city has a population of approximately 439,050 people.
The current local time in Sandakan 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 Sandakan, 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 Sandakan
What time zone is Sandakan in?
Sandakan is in the Asia/Kuching time zone (GMT+8) in Malaysia.
What is the current UTC offset for Sandakan?
Sandakan is currently at UTC+8.
Does Sandakan observe daylight saving time?
No, Sandakan does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+8) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Sandakan?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Sandakan, Malaysia, updated every second.