Solar energy in Ganja, Azerbaijan
Average irradiation 3.97 kWh/m²/day · ~1159 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Ganja (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.95 | -1.3 | 47 |
| Feb | 2.58 | 0.1 | 63 |
| Mar | 3.53 | 4.5 | 86 |
| Apr | 4.43 | 8.9 | 108 |
| May | 5.55 | 14.5 | 135 |
| Jun | 6.42 | 19.3 | 156 |
| Jul | 6.26 | 22.0 | 152 |
| Aug | 5.68 | 21.9 | 138 |
| Sep | 4.37 | 17.3 | 106 |
| Oct | 3.05 | 11.3 | 74 |
| Nov | 2.16 | 4.7 | 53 |
| Dec | 1.71 | 0.2 | 42 |
Solar potential of Ganja explained
Ganja receives an average of 3.97 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 1159 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 Ganja?
With 3.97 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Ganja produces roughly 1159 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 Ganja?
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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