Sunrise & sunset times in Sandakan, Malaysia
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:00 and sets at 18:26 in Sandakan. All times are shown in the Asia/Kuching timezone.
Today in Sandakan
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Golden hour in Sandakan today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Sandakan when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Sandakan (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Sandakan’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:22 | 18:11 | 12:16 | 11h 49m |
| February | 06:23 | 18:19 | 12:21 | 11h 56m |
| March | 06:14 | 18:18 | 12:16 | 12h 04m |
| April | 06:00 | 18:15 | 12:07 | 12h 14m |
| May | 05:52 | 18:15 | 12:03 | 12h 23m |
| June | 05:54 | 18:21 | 12:07 | 12h 27m |
| July | 06:00 | 18:26 | 12:13 | 12h 25m |
| August | 06:02 | 18:21 | 12:12 | 12h 18m |
| September | 05:58 | 18:07 | 12:02 | 12h 08m |
| October | 05:53 | 17:53 | 11:53 | 11h 59m |
| November | 05:56 | 17:47 | 11:52 | 11h 51m |
| December | 06:08 | 17:56 | 12:02 | 11h 47m |
Solar year in Sandakan (2026)
Because Sandakan is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 40m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Sandakan
Longest day in Sandakan: 12h 20m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 11h 40m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 19m.
Moon tonight in Sandakan
Next full moon on 29 July 2026, next new moon on 14 July 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Sandakan today?▼
The sun rises at 06:00 Asia/Kuching in Sandakan, Malaysia today.
What time is sunset in Sandakan today?▼
The sun sets at 18:26 Asia/Kuching in Sandakan today.
How long is the day in Sandakan today?▼
Daylight in Sandakan today lasts 12 hours and 25 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Sandakan?▼
The morning golden hour in Sandakan runs from 05:37 to 06:29, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:56 to 18:48.
What is the timezone of Sandakan?▼
Sandakan uses the Asia/Kuching timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Sandakan?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Sandakan is 21 June 2026, with 12h 28m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Sandakan?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Sandakan is 22 December 2026, with 11h 47m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Sandakan?▼
Because Sandakan is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 40m. Days are nearly the same length all year.