Current local time in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, uses the Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time zone (Malaysia Time). There is no daylight saving: the offset stays UTC+8 all year. Below: the live clock, exact clock-change dates, sunrise and sunset, and the best times to call other cities.
- Time zone
- Malaysia Time
- UTC offset now
- UTC+8
- Daylight saving
- Not observed
- Dialing code
- +60
The time zone, at a glance.
Kuala Lumpur follows Asia/Kuala_Lumpur. No UTC-offset changes are scheduled during 2026 under the current time zone rules. For an appointment, use the date of the event: another city can change its clocks even when this one does not.
Offsets shown at local noon on the 15th of each month, 2026. Exact transition instants are listed below.
When do the clocks change?
2026
No clock change scheduled in 2026. Kuala Lumpur stays on UTC+8 throughout this calendar year.
2027
No clock change scheduled in 2027. Kuala Lumpur stays on UTC+8 throughout this calendar year.
Future dates reflect the time zone database available at build time (2026-10-22), not a promise that governments will leave the rules unchanged. See the international clock-change calendar →
How the light changes in Kuala Lumpur.
Of these monthly samples, Jun has the most daylight (12h 18m) and Dec the least (11h 57m).
| Date in 2026 | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | UTC offset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 | 7:23 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 58m | UTC+8 |
| Feb 15 | 7:26 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 1m | UTC+8 |
| Mar 15 | 7:19 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 6m | UTC+8 |
| Apr 15 | 7:07 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 11m | UTC+8 |
| May 15 | 7:01 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 16m | UTC+8 |
| Jun 15 | 7:04 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 18m | UTC+8 |
| Jul 15 | 7:10 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 17m | UTC+8 |
| Aug 15 | 7:11 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 13m | UTC+8 |
| Sep 15 | 7:04 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 8m | UTC+8 |
| Oct 15 | 6:57 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 3m | UTC+8 |
| Nov 15 | 6:58 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 59m | UTC+8 |
| Dec 15 | 7:09 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 57m | UTC+8 |
Local civil times; a jump in sunrise on the clock can reflect daylight saving, not an abrupt change in the Sun’s movement.
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Best times to call from Kuala Lumpur
One-hour calls on Thursday, October 22, 2026, preferring 9 am – 5 pm on both sides. Times are Kuala Lumpur time unless marked.
| Calling | Difference | Best one-hour window | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 hours behind | 7:00 AM–9:00 AM (7:00 PM–9:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
| London | 7 hours behind | 4:00 PM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–10:00 AM there) | Working hours for both |
| Tokyo | 1 hour ahead | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (10:00 AM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Los Angeles | 15 hours behind | 7:00 AM–8:00 AM (4:00 PM–5:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
| Sydney | 3 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (12:00 PM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Dubai | 4 hours behind | 1:00 PM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–1:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
Calculated for the date above; differences can change around clock-change dates. Public holidays and personal schedules are not included.
Upcoming public holidays
National holidays in Malaysia, when offices and banks are often closed. Regional holidays are not listed.
- 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
- Sun, Feb 7, 2027 · Chinese New Year
Airports serving Kuala Lumpur
Flight times are published in each airport’s local time. Airports with scheduled service within 80 km; straight-line distance from the city center.
- SZB Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport · 15 km
- KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport · 44 km
Places that share Kuala Lumpur’s clock
These places use the same Asia/Kuala_Lumpur rules, so their time always matches Kuala Lumpur, including clock changes.
- George Town
- Kelang
- Johor Bahru
- Ipoh
- Malacca
- Shah Alam
- Butterworth
- Kota Baharu
- Seremban
- Kuantan
- Kuala Terengganu
- Sungai Petani
- Alor Setar
- Taiping
- Batu Pahat
- Keluang
- Muar
- Teluk Intan
- Kangar
- Chukai
Also on UTC+8 today
Countries with places on the same offset on 2026-10-22. Their clocks match Kuala Lumpur today but may differ after a clock change.
- China
- Philippines
- Hong Kong S.A.R.
- Taiwan
- Singapore
- Indonesia
- Australia
- Mongolia
- Russia
- Macau S.A.R
- Brunei
Questions about time in Kuala Lumpur
What time zone is Kuala Lumpur in?
Kuala Lumpur uses the IANA time zone Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, known as Malaysia Time. Its offset is UTC+8 all year. See SGT for how the abbreviation is used.
Does Kuala Lumpur observe daylight saving time?
No. Kuala Lumpur keeps UTC+8 all year.
What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and other major cities?
On Thursday, October 22, 2026: New York is 12 hours behind Kuala Lumpur; London is 7 hours behind Kuala Lumpur; Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur; Los Angeles is 15 hours behind Kuala Lumpur; Sydney is 3 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur; Dubai is 4 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
How do I call Kuala Lumpur from abroad?
Dial your international access code (or + on a mobile), then +60, then the local number without its leading trunk zero where one is used. Check the best calling windows above before you dial.
What these numbers can—and cannot—tell you.
The live clock converts your device’s time with your browser’s IANA-based time zone data. It does not independently synchronize your clock. The solar calculations use SunCalc with representative city-center coordinates; civil sunrise and sunset are approximate horizon events, not weather forecasts.
Our date-aware calculations are more useful than treating Kuala Lumpur as a permanently fixed abbreviation. For calendar software, use Asia/Kuala_Lumpur. For a one-off invitation, include the full date and a shared conversion link. Read the methodology and data limitations.