Solar energy in Lianshan, China

Average irradiation 4.12 kWh/m²/day · ~1203 kWh per kWp per year

4.12
Avg GHI (kWh/m²/day)
1,203
kWh / kWp / year
6,000
kWh/yr from 5 kW system
40.76, 120.85
Coordinates

Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Lianshan (NASA POWER)

MonthIrradiation (kWh/m²/day)Avg temp (°C)Est. production per kWp (kWh)
Jan2.44-9.259
Feb3.29-5.080
Mar4.572.0111
Apr5.3610.2130
May5.9417.9144
Jun5.3922.6131
Jul4.9625.2121
Aug4.8924.0119
Sep4.4718.5109
Oct3.4610.084
Nov2.480.360
Dec2.15-7.352

Solar potential of Lianshan explained

Lianshan receives an average of 4.12 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 1203 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 Lianshan?

With 4.12 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Lianshan produces roughly 1203 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 Lianshan?

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%.