Solar energy in Dnipro, Ukraine
Average irradiation 3.55 kWh/m²/day · ~1037 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Dnipro (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.95 | -5.3 | 23 |
| Feb | 1.82 | -3.8 | 44 |
| Mar | 3.04 | 2.1 | 74 |
| Apr | 4.60 | 9.4 | 112 |
| May | 5.88 | 16.5 | 143 |
| Jun | 6.43 | 21.1 | 156 |
| Jul | 6.31 | 23.9 | 153 |
| Aug | 5.60 | 23.4 | 136 |
| Sep | 3.92 | 17.0 | 95 |
| Oct | 2.30 | 9.3 | 56 |
| Nov | 1.07 | 2.6 | 26 |
| Dec | 0.70 | -2.5 | 17 |
Solar potential of Dnipro explained
Dnipro receives an average of 3.55 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 1037 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 Dnipro?
With 3.55 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Dnipro produces roughly 1037 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 Dnipro?
Approximately 5,000 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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