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Sandakan, Malaysia - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Sandakan? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Sandakan, Malaysia, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Sandakan Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:02 AM – 6:29 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Asia/Kuching

Sunrise times by month in Sandakan

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:23 AM6:12 PM11h 48m
February6:25 AM6:21 PM11h 56m
March6:15 AM6:20 PM12h 4m
April6:01 AM6:16 PM12h 14m
May5:53 AM6:16 PM12h 23m
June5:55 AM6:22 PM12h 27m
July6:01 AM6:27 PM12h 25m
August6:04 AM6:22 PM12h 18m
September5:59 AM6:09 PM12h 9m
October5:54 AM5:54 PM11h 59m
November5:57 AM5:49 PM11h 51m
December6:10 AM5:57 PM11h 47m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Sandakan — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Sandakan today?

Today's sunrise in Sandakan, Malaysia is at 6:02 AM, giving 12h 13m of daylight before sunset at 6:15 PM.

What time is first light in Sandakan today?

First light in Sandakan begins at 5:41 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:02 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Sandakan?

The morning golden hour in Sandakan runs 6:02 AM – 6:29 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Sandakan?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:02 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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