Solar energy in Boumerdas, Algeria
Average irradiation 4.83 kWh/m²/day · ~1410 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Boumerdas (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.46 | 13.1 | 60 |
| Feb | 3.28 | 12.8 | 80 |
| Mar | 4.44 | 14.3 | 108 |
| Apr | 5.50 | 16.1 | 134 |
| May | 6.46 | 18.8 | 157 |
| Jun | 7.57 | 22.5 | 184 |
| Jul | 7.51 | 25.5 | 183 |
| Aug | 6.68 | 26.3 | 162 |
| Sep | 5.19 | 24.2 | 126 |
| Oct | 3.97 | 21.6 | 97 |
| Nov | 2.66 | 17.1 | 65 |
| Dec | 2.21 | 14.2 | 54 |
Solar potential of Boumerdas explained
Boumerdas receives an average of 4.83 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 1410 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Boumerdas among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Boumerdas?
With 4.83 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Boumerdas produces roughly 1410 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 Boumerdas?
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%.
Compare with nearby cities
Cairo (5.9) · Casablanca (5.3) · Lagos (4.6) · Nairobi (5.5) · Johannesburg (5.5) · Cape Town (5.3) · all cities →