Solar energy in Huangshi, China

Average irradiation 3.53 kWh/m²/day · ~1031 kWh per kWp per year

3.53
Avg GHI (kWh/m²/day)
1,031
kWh / kWp / year
5,000
kWh/yr from 5 kW system
30.25, 115.05
Coordinates

Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Huangshi (NASA POWER)

MonthIrradiation (kWh/m²/day)Avg temp (°C)Est. production per kWp (kWh)
Jan2.074.250
Feb2.417.059
Mar3.3611.982
Apr4.1417.6101
May4.4422.3108
Jun4.3325.7105
Jul4.9228.5120
Aug4.7227.9115
Sep4.0024.197
Oct3.2218.478
Nov2.5612.262
Dec2.155.852

Solar potential of Huangshi explained

Huangshi receives an average of 3.53 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 1031 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 Huangshi?

With 3.53 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Huangshi produces roughly 1031 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 Huangshi?

Approximately 5,000 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%.