Solar energy in Aparecida de Goiânia, Brazil
Average irradiation 5.5 kWh/m²/day · ~1606 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Aparecida de Goiânia (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.70 | 23.9 | 139 |
| Feb | 5.78 | 23.8 | 141 |
| Mar | 5.55 | 23.6 | 135 |
| Apr | 5.41 | 22.9 | 132 |
| May | 4.98 | 21.1 | 121 |
| Jun | 4.78 | 20.8 | 116 |
| Jul | 5.07 | 21.4 | 123 |
| Aug | 5.72 | 23.9 | 139 |
| Sep | 5.93 | 26.7 | 144 |
| Oct | 5.83 | 26.7 | 142 |
| Nov | 5.59 | 24.8 | 136 |
| Dec | 5.62 | 24.2 | 137 |
Solar potential of Aparecida de Goiânia explained
Aparecida de Goiânia receives an average of 5.5 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 1606 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Aparecida de Goiânia among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Aparecida de Goiânia?
With 5.5 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Aparecida de Goiânia produces roughly 1606 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 Aparecida de Goiânia?
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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