Current time in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Time in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
5:22 PM
 

Kuala Lumpur time zone and facts

Time zone
Malaysia Time (UTC+8)
UTC offset
UTC+8
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
6:56 AM
Sunset today
6:58 PM
Country
Malaysia
Region
Selangor
Coordinates
3.17°N, 101.70°E

Time difference from Kuala Lumpur

CityTime nowDifference
New York5:22 AM, Wed12 hours behind
Los Angeles2:22 AM, Wed15 hours behind
London10:22 AM, Wed7 hours behind
Paris11:22 AM, Wed6 hours behind
Dubai1:22 PM, Wed4 hours behind
Delhi2:52 PM, Wed2:30 hours behind
Tokyo6:22 PM, Wed1 hour ahead
Sydney8:22 PM, Wed3 hours ahead

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Upcoming public holidays in Malaysia

  • Sun, Nov 8, 2026 Deepavali
  • Mon, Nov 9, 2026 Deepavali
  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day
  • Sat, Feb 6, 2027 Chinese New Year

All Malaysia holidays →

Other cities in Malaysia

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Kuala Lumpur in?

Kuala Lumpur uses Malaysia Time (IANA zone Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). Right now the local time is UTC+8.

Does Kuala Lumpur observe daylight saving time?

No. Kuala Lumpur keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and New York?

Kuala Lumpur is currently 12 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and London?

Kuala Lumpur is currently 7 hours ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Kuala Lumpur today?

Today the sun rises at 6:56 AM and sets at 6:58 PM local time.

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