Solar energy in Asyūţ, Egypt
Average irradiation 6.36 kWh/m²/day · ~1857 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Asyūţ (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.27 | 12.5 | 104 |
| Feb | 5.22 | 14.9 | 127 |
| Mar | 6.47 | 19.1 | 157 |
| Apr | 7.38 | 23.7 | 179 |
| May | 7.90 | 28.2 | 192 |
| Jun | 8.33 | 31.0 | 203 |
| Jul | 8.14 | 31.9 | 198 |
| Aug | 7.63 | 31.7 | 186 |
| Sep | 6.81 | 29.1 | 166 |
| Oct | 5.62 | 25.2 | 137 |
| Nov | 4.58 | 19.3 | 111 |
| Dec | 4.00 | 14.3 | 97 |
Solar potential of Asyūţ explained
Asyūţ receives an average of 6.36 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 1857 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Asyūţ among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Asyūţ?
With 6.36 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Asyūţ produces roughly 1857 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 Asyūţ?
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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