Solar energy in El Obeid, Sudan
Average irradiation 6.52 kWh/m²/day · ~1904 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in El Obeid (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.13 | 21.4 | 149 |
| Feb | 6.74 | 24.4 | 164 |
| Mar | 7.22 | 27.4 | 176 |
| Apr | 7.49 | 30.5 | 182 |
| May | 7.11 | 32.1 | 173 |
| Jun | 6.73 | 31.1 | 164 |
| Jul | 6.17 | 28.3 | 150 |
| Aug | 5.89 | 26.7 | 143 |
| Sep | 6.32 | 27.9 | 154 |
| Oct | 6.36 | 28.7 | 155 |
| Nov | 6.21 | 25.3 | 151 |
| Dec | 5.89 | 22.1 | 143 |
Solar potential of El Obeid explained
El Obeid receives an average of 6.52 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 1904 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places El Obeid among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in El Obeid?
With 6.52 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in El Obeid produces roughly 1904 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 Obeid?
Approximately 10,000 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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