Solar energy in Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine
Average irradiation 3.31 kWh/m²/day · ~967 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Khmelnytskyi (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.94 | -5.4 | 23 |
| Feb | 1.77 | -3.8 | 43 |
| Mar | 3.02 | 1.4 | 73 |
| Apr | 4.40 | 8.3 | 107 |
| May | 5.49 | 14.3 | 133 |
| Jun | 5.96 | 18.0 | 145 |
| Jul | 5.75 | 20.1 | 140 |
| Aug | 5.08 | 19.7 | 124 |
| Sep | 3.56 | 14.5 | 87 |
| Oct | 2.11 | 7.9 | 51 |
| Nov | 0.95 | 2.3 | 23 |
| Dec | 0.66 | -3.1 | 16 |
Solar potential of Khmelnytskyi explained
Khmelnytskyi receives an average of 3.31 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 967 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. While winters are dark, modern panel prices mean solar can still be economical — self-consumption value matters more than raw sunshine here.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Khmelnytskyi?
With 3.31 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Khmelnytskyi produces roughly 967 kWh per year. That is a moderate solar resource; economics depend more on local electricity prices and incentives, which our AI planner can research for you.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Khmelnytskyi?
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%.
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