Current Time in Kota Bharu
About Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu is located in Malaysia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 568,900. It runs on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time, currently UTC+8:00 relative to UTC. Kota Bharu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMalaysia
- Population568,900
- Latitude6.1236°
- Longitude102.2433°
- Time zoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
- Current UTC offsetUTC+8:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Kota Bharu Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Kota Bharu's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Kota Bharu
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Daylight Saving Time
Kota Bharu 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 Kota Bharu
What time zone is Kota Bharu in?
Kota Bharu, 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 Kota Bharu observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Kota Bharu 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 Kota Bharu today?
The sun rises at 6:57 AM and sets at 6:58 PM in Kota Bharu today, giving 12h 1m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Kota Bharu and New York City?
New York City is 12 hours behind Kota Bharu right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Kota Bharu?
Kota Bharu is currently UTC+8:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.