Solar energy in Meknès, Morocco
Average irradiation 5.36 kWh/m²/day · ~1565 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Meknès (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3.18 | 10.8 | 77 |
| Feb | 4.05 | 11.7 | 98 |
| Mar | 5.14 | 14.3 | 125 |
| Apr | 6.08 | 16.6 | 148 |
| May | 6.90 | 20.1 | 168 |
| Jun | 7.78 | 24.2 | 189 |
| Jul | 7.71 | 27.6 | 188 |
| Aug | 7.00 | 28.5 | 170 |
| Sep | 5.76 | 24.7 | 140 |
| Oct | 4.45 | 20.9 | 108 |
| Nov | 3.31 | 14.9 | 81 |
| Dec | 2.91 | 12.1 | 71 |
Solar potential of Meknès explained
Meknès receives an average of 5.36 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 1565 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Meknès among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Meknès?
With 5.36 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Meknès produces roughly 1565 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 Meknès?
Approximately 8,000 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%.
Compare with nearby cities
Cairo (5.9) · Casablanca (5.3) · Lagos (4.6) · Nairobi (5.5) · Johannesburg (5.5) · Cape Town (5.3) · all cities →