Current Time in Sandakan
About Sandakan
Sandakan is located in Malaysia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 439,050. It runs on Asia/Kuching time, currently UTC+8:00 relative to UTC. Sandakan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMalaysia
- Population439,050
- Latitude5.8402°
- Longitude118.1179°
- Time zoneAsia/Kuching
- Current UTC offsetUTC+8:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Sandakan Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Sandakan's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Sandakan
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Daylight Saving Time
Sandakan 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 Sandakan
What time zone is Sandakan in?
Sandakan, Malaysia uses the Asia/Kuching time zone. It is currently on UTC+8:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Sandakan observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Sandakan 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 Sandakan today?
The sun rises at 5:53 AM and sets at 5:55 PM in Sandakan today, giving 12h 1m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Sandakan and New York City?
New York City is 12 hours behind Sandakan right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Sandakan?
Sandakan is currently UTC+8:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.