Time Now in Lahad Datu, Malaysia 🇲🇾
Lat/Long: 5.02° N, 118.33° E
Elevation: 7 m above sea level
Population rank: #39 of 179 cities in Malaysia by population
State: Sabah
IANA Timezone: Asia/Kuching
Timezone: GMT+8
Daylight Saving Time: No ❌
Lahad Datu is in the Asia/Kuching time zone (UTC+08:00). Daylight saving time is not currently in effect. Use this page to check the exact local time in Lahad Datu, Malaysia, with live seconds, sunrise and sunset times, and upcoming clock changes.
Time & Daylight in Lahad Datu
Daylight Hours in Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu gets 12h 22m of daylight today. Sunrise in Lahad Datu is at 06:01 and sunset in Lahad Datu is at 18:24.
Daylight ranges from about 11h 50m near the December solstice to 12h 24m near the June solstice.
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Common Questions About Time in Lahad Datu
What is the current local time in Lahad Datu?
The live local time in Lahad Datu is shown at the top of this page and updates every second. Lahad Datu currently observes +08, with a standard offset of UTC+08:00.
What time zone is Lahad Datu in?
Lahad Datu uses the +08 time zone. Its standard offset from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is UTC+08:00.
Does Lahad Datu observe daylight saving time?
No. Lahad Datu stays on standard time throughout the year.
Cities Sharing Lahad Datu's Time Zone (UTC+08:00)
These major cities are at the same UTC offset as Lahad Datu.
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| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 18 Jul ● | 04:44 | 06:01 | 12:12 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
| Sun, 19 Jul | 04:44 | 06:01 | 12:12 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
| Mon, 20 Jul | 04:45 | 06:01 | 12:13 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
| Tue, 21 Jul | 04:45 | 06:01 | 12:13 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
| Wed, 22 Jul | 04:45 | 06:02 | 12:13 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
| Thu, 23 Jul | 04:45 | 06:02 | 12:13 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
| Fri, 24 Jul | 04:46 | 06:02 | 12:13 | 15:37 | 18:24 | 19:54 |
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Sunrise & Sunset Times for Lahad Datu
Sunrise
in Lahad Datu
↑
6:01 AM
Sunset
in Lahad Datu
↓
6:24 PM
Day Length
12h 22m
Dawn
in Lahad Datu
5:39 AM
Dusk
in Lahad Datu
6:46 PM
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Moon Phases & Times for Lahad Datu
Current Phase
Waxing Crescent
Illumination
17.0%
Next Moonrise
↑
Today, 09:24
Next Moonset
↓
Today, 21:46
Distances & Clock Changes in Lahad Datu
How Far Is Lahad Datu From Other Major Cities?
| City | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | 1,662 km | WSW (256deg) |
| Hong Kong | 1,975 km | NNW (347deg) |
| Tokyo | 4,048 km | NNE (30deg) |
| Mumbai | 5,165 km | WNW (292deg) |
| Sydney | 5,534 km | SE (144deg) |
| Dubai | 7,065 km | WNW (296deg) |
| Moscow | 8,966 km | NW (326deg) |
| Paris | 11,429 km | NW (323deg) |
Lahad Datu's Antipode: The Opposite Side of the Earth
Dig straight through the Earth from Lahad Datu and you would surface near Manicoré, Brazil, about 97 km from the antipodal point at 5.0deg S, 61.7deg W.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lahad Datu
What time is it in Lahad Datu right now?
The current local time in Lahad Datu is 08:25 on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Lahad Datu follows the Asia/Kuching time zone.
What time zone is Lahad Datu in?
Lahad Datu uses the Asia/Kuching IANA time zone (UTC+08:00). This zone covers the city and surrounding region year-round, with automatic adjustments during daylight saving when applicable.
How many hours ahead or behind UTC is Lahad Datu?
Lahad Datu is UTC+08:00 during standard time. To convert UTC to Lahad Datu local time, shift the clock 08:00 hours forward.
Is Lahad Datu on daylight saving time right now?
No — Lahad Datu is not currently observing daylight saving time as of July 18, 2026.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Lahad Datu today?
Today in Lahad Datu: sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset is at 18:24, giving 12h 22m of daylight.
What moon phase is visible over Lahad Datu tonight?
The moon phase over Lahad Datu tonight is Waxing Crescent with 17.0% illumination.
What is solar time in Lahad Datu?
Solar time follows the Sun's actual position, with solar noon when the Sun is highest in the sky. In Lahad Datu, the clock is closely aligned with local solar time.