Sun Times in Kota Kinabalu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kota Kinabalu?
Sunrise in Kota Kinabalu on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (Asia/Kuching). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kota Kinabalu?
Sunset in Kota Kinabalu on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:16 PM (Asia/Kuching). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kota Kinabalu?
Morning golden hour in Kota Kinabalu ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:48 PM.
How long is the day in Kota Kinabalu?
On Monday, September 14, 2026 in Kota Kinabalu there are 12 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kota Kinabalu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kota Kinabalu at 12:11 PM (Asia/Kuching). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kota Kinabalu?
In Kota Kinabalu, sunset is at 6:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:25 PM (Asia/Kuching). Civil twilight ends at 6:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kota Kinabalu?
Twilight in Kota Kinabalu lasts approximately 69 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 Kinabalu?
The earliest sunrise in Kota Kinabalu in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on May 20 (Asia/Kuching). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kota Kinabalu?
The latest sunset in Kota Kinabalu in 2026 is at 6:34 PM on July 5 (Asia/Kuching). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kota Kinabalu?
After sunset at 6:16 PM in Kota Kinabalu, civil twilight ends at 6:36 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:25 PM (Asia/Kuching).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kota Kinabalu 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 Kinabalu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kota Kinabalu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:30 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 49m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 56m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 15m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 23m |
| June | 6:02 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 28m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 26m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 19m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 6:01 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 59m |
| November | 6:04 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 51m |
| December | 6:17 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 47m |
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