Solar energy in Ad Dīwānīyah, Iraq
Average irradiation 5.59 kWh/m²/day · ~1632 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Ad Dīwānīyah (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3.39 | 10.1 | 82 |
| Feb | 4.36 | 12.8 | 106 |
| Mar | 5.53 | 18.2 | 134 |
| Apr | 6.31 | 24.1 | 153 |
| May | 7.11 | 31.1 | 173 |
| Jun | 8.00 | 36.1 | 195 |
| Jul | 7.69 | 38.4 | 187 |
| Aug | 7.15 | 38.3 | 174 |
| Sep | 6.18 | 34.1 | 150 |
| Oct | 4.68 | 27.8 | 114 |
| Nov | 3.55 | 17.9 | 86 |
| Dec | 3.10 | 11.9 | 75 |
Solar potential of Ad Dīwānīyah explained
Ad Dīwānīyah receives an average of 5.59 kilowatt-hours of solar energy per square metre per day, measured over four decades of satellite observation. In practical terms, every kilowatt-peak of installed PV capacity yields about 1632 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Ad Dīwānīyah among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Ad Dīwānīyah?
With 5.59 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Ad Dīwānīyah produces roughly 1632 kWh per year. That is an excellent solar resource — payback periods are typically among the shortest worldwide.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Ad Dīwānīyah?
Approximately 8,000 kWh per year — enough to cover a large share of a typical household's consumption.
What data is this based on?
Long-term satellite observations from NASA POWER (1981–present) and the PVGIS SARAH3 database, assuming a performance ratio of 80%.
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