Solar energy in Karabük, Türkiye
Average irradiation 4.14 kWh/m²/day · ~1209 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Karabük (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.52 | -1.3 | 37 |
| Feb | 2.34 | 0.7 | 57 |
| Mar | 3.48 | 4.2 | 85 |
| Apr | 4.90 | 8.6 | 119 |
| May | 5.93 | 13.5 | 144 |
| Jun | 6.84 | 17.2 | 166 |
| Jul | 7.08 | 20.1 | 172 |
| Aug | 6.33 | 20.6 | 154 |
| Sep | 4.67 | 16.8 | 114 |
| Oct | 3.10 | 11.7 | 75 |
| Nov | 2.08 | 6.0 | 51 |
| Dec | 1.43 | 0.7 | 35 |
Solar potential of Karabük explained
Karabük receives an average of 4.14 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 1209 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 Karabük?
With 4.14 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Karabük produces roughly 1209 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 Karabük?
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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