Solar energy in Carrefour, Haiti
Average irradiation 5.77 kWh/m²/day · ~1685 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Carrefour (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.86 | 25.7 | 118 |
| Feb | 5.46 | 26.0 | 133 |
| Mar | 6.07 | 26.3 | 148 |
| Apr | 6.39 | 27.3 | 155 |
| May | 6.18 | 27.8 | 150 |
| Jun | 6.51 | 28.4 | 158 |
| Jul | 6.67 | 29.0 | 162 |
| Aug | 6.44 | 29.1 | 157 |
| Sep | 6.03 | 28.7 | 147 |
| Oct | 5.26 | 28.0 | 128 |
| Nov | 4.77 | 27.0 | 116 |
| Dec | 4.65 | 26.3 | 113 |
Solar potential of Carrefour explained
Carrefour receives an average of 5.77 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 1685 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Carrefour among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Carrefour?
With 5.77 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Carrefour produces roughly 1685 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 Carrefour?
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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