Solar energy in Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye
Average irradiation 4.76 kWh/m²/day · ~1390 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Afyonkarahisar (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.11 | -1.2 | 51 |
| Feb | 2.95 | 0.7 | 72 |
| Mar | 4.16 | 4.5 | 101 |
| Apr | 5.41 | 8.7 | 132 |
| May | 6.43 | 13.8 | 156 |
| Jun | 7.39 | 18.1 | 180 |
| Jul | 7.77 | 21.3 | 189 |
| Aug | 6.92 | 21.4 | 168 |
| Sep | 5.52 | 17.3 | 134 |
| Oct | 3.86 | 11.6 | 94 |
| Nov | 2.67 | 5.5 | 65 |
| Dec | 1.92 | 0.8 | 47 |
Solar potential of Afyonkarahisar explained
Afyonkarahisar receives an average of 4.76 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 1390 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Afyonkarahisar among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Afyonkarahisar?
With 4.76 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Afyonkarahisar produces roughly 1390 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 Afyonkarahisar?
Approximately 7,000 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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