Solar energy in Çanakkale, Türkiye
Average irradiation 4.44 kWh/m²/day · ~1296 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Çanakkale (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.74 | 7.5 | 42 |
| Feb | 2.55 | 8.2 | 62 |
| Mar | 3.81 | 10.4 | 93 |
| Apr | 5.26 | 13.4 | 128 |
| May | 6.53 | 18.2 | 159 |
| Jun | 7.25 | 22.9 | 176 |
| Jul | 7.51 | 25.7 | 183 |
| Aug | 6.67 | 25.9 | 162 |
| Sep | 5.00 | 22.1 | 122 |
| Oct | 3.29 | 17.3 | 80 |
| Nov | 2.13 | 13.1 | 52 |
| Dec | 1.54 | 9.0 | 37 |
Solar potential of Çanakkale explained
Çanakkale receives an average of 4.44 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 1296 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 Çanakkale?
With 4.44 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Çanakkale produces roughly 1296 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 Çanakkale?
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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