Solar energy in Cheboksary, Russia
Average irradiation 2.89 kWh/m²/day · ~844 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Cheboksary (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.52 | -13.2 | 13 |
| Feb | 1.31 | -12.1 | 32 |
| Mar | 2.66 | -5.3 | 65 |
| Apr | 3.94 | 3.7 | 96 |
| May | 5.44 | 12.9 | 132 |
| Jun | 5.85 | 16.7 | 142 |
| Jul | 5.67 | 19.8 | 138 |
| Aug | 4.43 | 17.9 | 108 |
| Sep | 2.72 | 11.7 | 66 |
| Oct | 1.28 | 3.7 | 31 |
| Nov | 0.51 | -3.7 | 12 |
| Dec | 0.31 | -10.9 | 8 |
Solar potential of Cheboksary explained
Cheboksary receives an average of 2.89 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 844 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. While winters are dark, modern panel prices mean solar can still be economical — self-consumption value matters more than raw sunshine here.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Cheboksary?
With 2.89 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Cheboksary produces roughly 844 kWh per year. That is a moderate solar resource; economics depend more on local electricity prices and incentives, which our AI planner can research for you.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Cheboksary?
Approximately 4,000 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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