Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MYT, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
05:15
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Kota Kinabalu is based on the astronomical sunset at 6.0°N, 116.1°E. This timing already accounts for atmospheric refraction, marking the moment the sun appears to dip below the horizon.
Local Confirmation: While our Iftar times are accurate, we recommend checking with your local mosque for any community-specific adjustments or moon sighting variations.
Today's fast in Kota Kinabalu lasts 12h 3m, which is approximately 20 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are remaining stable, as equatorial regions have consistent day length.
At 6.0°N and 15m elevation in the Kuala_Lumpur timezone, Kota Kinabalu is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. During Ramadan in spring, fasting hours increase by about 1 minutes each day. Your elevation adds roughly 0.1 minutes to sunset timing.
By mid-Ramadan (day 15), you'll have gained an extra 15 minutes of fasting compared to the first day. Compared to Tuaran at 6.2°N, this results in about 1 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Kota Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu's sunset is approximately 9 minutes later than Lahad Datu, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Kota Kinabalu's sunset is approximately 9 minutes earlier than Miri, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Kota Kinabalu's sunset is approximately 6 minutes later than Tarakan, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Kota Kinabalu, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 1m earlier than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 1 minute longer than today in Kota Kinabalu, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 6.0° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Kota Kinabalu's equatorial latitude position, where seasonal astronomical shifts directly affect fasting duration throughout Ramadan.
Earth's atmosphere bends light, causing the sun to appear slightly higher on the horizon than its actual position. This atmospheric refraction effect is already accounted for in our calculations, giving you the precise moment when the sun appears to cross below the horizon.
At 15m above sea level, Kota Kinabalu's elevation affects when sunset occurs. Higher elevations see the sunset slightly later than lower areas. This elevation adjustment is included in all our calculations.
Iftar times are calculated using precise astronomical algorithms from NOAA, based on Kota Kinabalu's exact location (5.98°N, 116.11°E), timezone (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Kota Kinabalu today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Kota Kinabalu's exact location (5.98°N, 116.11°E) at 15m elevation. The calculation uses the Umm al-Qura 18.5° method, which is followed across SE Asia.
Sehri end time in Kota Kinabalu marks when the fast begins in the morning. During Ramadan, this time shifts daily as sunrise moves earlier or later. The time shown on this page is calculated for Kota Kinabalu's exact coordinates using the Umm al-Qura 18.5° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
Being near the equator at 6.0°, Kota Kinabalu experiences relatively consistent fasting hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation compared to other latitudes. Fasting hours in Kota Kinabalu vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Kota Kinabalu's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Kota Kinabalu and Tuaran share nearly identical sunset times due to their close proximity. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. Kota Kinabalu is at latitude 5.98°, while Tuaran is at latitude 6.18°. Even small differences in latitude and elevation create measurable shifts in when sunset occurs.
The Umm al-Qura 18.5° method is most commonly used by mosques in Kota Kinabalu. However, the best method for you depends on your local mosque or Islamic authority. We provide multiple standards on this page: Umm al-Qura 18.5°, ISNA 15°, Umm al-Qura 18.5°, and Diyanet 20°. Check with your mosque to confirm which they recommend, then use that method from the options available above.