Current Time in Alor Setar
About Alor Setar
Alor Setar is located in Malaysia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 417,800. It runs on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time, currently UTC+8:00 relative to UTC. Alor Setar does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMalaysia
- Population417,800
- Latitude6.1210°
- Longitude100.3601°
- Time zoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
- Current UTC offsetUTC+8:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Alor Setar Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Alor Setar's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Alor Setar
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Daylight Saving Time
Alor Setar does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+8:00 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Alor Setar
What time zone is Alor Setar in?
Alor Setar, Malaysia uses the Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time zone. It is currently on UTC+8:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Alor Setar observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Alor Setar does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+8:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Alor Setar today?
The sun rises at 7:05 AM and sets at 7:06 PM in Alor Setar today, giving 12h 1m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Alor Setar and New York City?
New York City is 12 hours behind Alor Setar right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Alor Setar?
Alor Setar is currently UTC+8:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.