Current Date And Time In Sabah, Malaysia
Sunday, 06 September 2026
05:57:51 MYT
Capital: Kota Kinabalu
Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (MYT)
Population: 1,950,000
Area: 76,115.00 km²
State Code: KTN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sabah, a state or administrative region of Malaysia, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sabah — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Sabah in Malaysia.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Malaysia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.1151° N | 101.8892° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.1151 | 101.8892 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 6' 55" N | 101° 53' 21" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 6.9088' N | 101° 53.3503' E |
| State / Region | Sabah |
| Country | Malaysia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Kota Kinabalu |
| State Code | KTN |
| Time Zone | +08:00 |
| Districts | 10 |
| Population | 1,950,000 |
| Area (km²) | 76,115.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 29,388.15 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 129.00 /km² |
| Elevation | 155 m / 509 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Malaysia |
| Population Rank | #8 of 16 in Malaysia |
| GPS (DD) | 5.1151, 101.8892 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sabah to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Malaysia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pahang | Malaysia | E | 122 km | 76 mi | ~1h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Perak | Malaysia | W | 125 km | 78 mi | ~1h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Terengganu | Malaysia | E | 130 km | 81 mi | ~1h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Pahang | Malaysia | SE | 141 km | 87 mi | ~1h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Penang | Malaysia | W | 156 km | 97 mi | ~1h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Negeri Sembilan | Malaysia | NW | 183 km | 114 mi | ~2h 17m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Sabah, along with each city's aerial distance from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 6.1236° N | 102.2433° E | 10 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Pasir Mas | 6.0493° N | 102.1399° E | 13 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Pasir Puteh | 5.8333° N | 102.4° E | 7 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Kuala Krai | 5.5313° N | 102.1993° E | 36 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Bandar Labuan | 5.2832° N | 115.2537° E | 1 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Kampong Pangkal Kalong | 5.9167° N | 102.2167° E | 31 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Tanah Merah | 5.8° N | 102.15° E | 19 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Peringat | 6.0333° N | 102.2833° E | 11 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Gua Musang | 4.8844° N | 101.9686° E | 90 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Kampong Kadok | 6° N | 102.25° E | 12 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sabah is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Malaysia. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Sabah on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Malaysia.
The satellite view of Sabah helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Malaysia national map
Sabah occupies a distinct geographic zone within Malaysia in the Asia region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Sabah for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Malaysia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sabah in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Malaysia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sabah are latitude 5.1151° and longitude 101.8892°. In directional format: 5.1151° N, 101.8892° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sabah in Malaysia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sabah is a state or administrative region of Malaysia, located in Asia. Its capital city is Kota Kinabalu. View the exact position of Sabah on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sabah is at: Latitude 5° 6' 55" N and Longitude 101° 53' 21" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sabah covers a total area of approximately 76,115.00 km² (29,388.15 mi²). This is roughly 23.08% of Malaysia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sabah is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.1151, 101.8892 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sabah in Malaysia. For broader context, explore the Malaysia national map or nearby states.
Today in Sabah, sunrise is at 07:04 AM and sunset is at 07:17 PM, giving a day length of 12h 13m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sabah's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sabah is approximately 569 km (354 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 11,297 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sabah — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Chiriaco, Peru, roughly 20 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
