Solar energy in Ereğli, Türkiye
Average irradiation 4.12 kWh/m²/day · ~1203 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Ereğli (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.46 | 7.0 | 36 |
| Feb | 2.22 | 6.9 | 54 |
| Mar | 3.43 | 8.3 | 84 |
| Apr | 4.86 | 11.2 | 118 |
| May | 6.02 | 16.1 | 146 |
| Jun | 7.03 | 21.1 | 171 |
| Jul | 7.17 | 23.9 | 174 |
| Aug | 6.28 | 24.6 | 153 |
| Sep | 4.61 | 21.8 | 112 |
| Oct | 3.01 | 17.6 | 73 |
| Nov | 1.95 | 13.4 | 47 |
| Dec | 1.36 | 9.3 | 33 |
Solar potential of Ereğli explained
Ereğli receives an average of 4.12 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 1203 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 Ereğli?
With 4.12 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Ereğli produces roughly 1203 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 Ereğli?
Approximately 6,000 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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