Solar energy in El Daein, Sudan
Average irradiation 6.34 kWh/m²/day · ~1851 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in El Daein (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.24 | 23.3 | 152 |
| Feb | 6.68 | 26.5 | 162 |
| Mar | 7.01 | 29.5 | 170 |
| Apr | 7.11 | 31.8 | 173 |
| May | 6.77 | 32.6 | 165 |
| Jun | 6.23 | 31.6 | 151 |
| Jul | 5.71 | 28.8 | 139 |
| Aug | 5.59 | 27.2 | 136 |
| Sep | 6.08 | 27.9 | 148 |
| Oct | 6.24 | 28.6 | 152 |
| Nov | 6.31 | 26.1 | 153 |
| Dec | 6.07 | 23.6 | 148 |
Solar potential of El Daein explained
El Daein receives an average of 6.34 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 1851 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places El Daein among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in El Daein?
With 6.34 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in El Daein produces roughly 1851 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 El Daein?
Approximately 9,000 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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