Solar energy in Ardabīl, Iran
Average irradiation 4.18 kWh/m²/day · ~1221 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Ardabīl (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.07 | -2.2 | 50 |
| Feb | 2.77 | -0.9 | 67 |
| Mar | 3.56 | 3.7 | 87 |
| Apr | 4.49 | 8.3 | 109 |
| May | 5.85 | 13.9 | 142 |
| Jun | 6.99 | 18.3 | 170 |
| Jul | 6.64 | 20.2 | 161 |
| Aug | 6.01 | 20.0 | 146 |
| Sep | 4.52 | 16.5 | 110 |
| Oct | 3.16 | 11.0 | 77 |
| Nov | 2.21 | 3.8 | 54 |
| Dec | 1.86 | -0.6 | 45 |
Solar potential of Ardabīl explained
Ardabīl receives an average of 4.18 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 1221 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This is a solid mid-range solar resource: production is meaningful year-round, though winter output drops noticeably.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Ardabīl?
With 4.18 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Ardabīl produces roughly 1221 kWh per year. That is a good solar resource; with current panel prices most systems pay back well within their lifetime.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Ardabīl?
Approximately 6,000 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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