Sun Times in Kota Bharu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kota Bharu?
Sunrise in Kota Bharu on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kota Bharu?
Sunset in Kota Bharu on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kota Bharu?
Morning golden hour in Kota Bharu ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Kota Bharu?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Kota Bharu there are 12 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kota Bharu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kota Bharu at 1:11 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kota Bharu?
In Kota Bharu, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:28 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). Civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kota Bharu?
Twilight in Kota Bharu lasts approximately 70 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Kota Bharu?
The earliest sunrise in Kota Bharu in 2026 is at 6:54 AM on May 22 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kota Bharu?
The latest sunset in Kota Bharu in 2026 is at 7:30 PM on July 9 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kota Bharu?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Kota Bharu, civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:28 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kota Bharu shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Kota Bharu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kota Bharu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:26 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 48m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 56m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 15m |
| May | 6:55 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 24m |
| June | 6:57 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 29m |
| July | 7:03 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 27m |
| August | 7:06 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 19m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 59m |
| November | 7:00 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 51m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 46m |
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