Solar energy in Al Ḩudaydah, Yemen
Average irradiation 6.1 kWh/m²/day · ~1781 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Al Ḩudaydah (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.38 | 25.7 | 131 |
| Feb | 6.03 | 26.7 | 147 |
| Mar | 6.60 | 28.8 | 160 |
| Apr | 6.91 | 31.2 | 168 |
| May | 6.85 | 32.8 | 166 |
| Jun | 6.36 | 33.6 | 155 |
| Jul | 5.81 | 33.4 | 141 |
| Aug | 5.87 | 32.7 | 143 |
| Sep | 6.12 | 33.0 | 149 |
| Oct | 6.26 | 30.9 | 152 |
| Nov | 5.73 | 28.3 | 139 |
| Dec | 5.34 | 26.3 | 130 |
Solar potential of Al Ḩudaydah explained
Al Ḩudaydah receives an average of 6.1 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 1781 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Al Ḩudaydah among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Al Ḩudaydah?
With 6.1 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Al Ḩudaydah produces roughly 1781 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 Al Ḩudaydah?
Approximately 9,000 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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