Solar energy in George Town, Malaysia
Average irradiation 5.06 kWh/m²/day · ~1478 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in George Town (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.06 | 25.3 | 123 |
| Feb | 5.76 | 25.8 | 140 |
| Mar | 5.78 | 26.6 | 141 |
| Apr | 5.54 | 27.1 | 135 |
| May | 5.11 | 27.0 | 124 |
| Jun | 5.04 | 26.6 | 123 |
| Jul | 4.99 | 26.3 | 121 |
| Aug | 4.95 | 26.3 | 120 |
| Sep | 4.72 | 26.0 | 115 |
| Oct | 4.67 | 25.9 | 113 |
| Nov | 4.58 | 25.9 | 111 |
| Dec | 4.54 | 25.4 | 111 |
Solar potential of George Town explained
George Town receives an average of 5.06 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 1478 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places George Town among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in George Town?
With 5.06 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in George Town produces roughly 1478 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 George Town?
Approximately 7,000 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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