Solar energy in Morādābād, India
Average irradiation 4.78 kWh/m²/day · ~1396 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Morādābād (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.87 | 13.9 | 70 |
| Feb | 4.24 | 17.6 | 103 |
| Mar | 5.60 | 23.4 | 136 |
| Apr | 6.49 | 30.1 | 158 |
| May | 6.65 | 34.3 | 162 |
| Jun | 6.00 | 35.0 | 146 |
| Jul | 4.78 | 31.2 | 116 |
| Aug | 4.80 | 29.1 | 117 |
| Sep | 4.91 | 27.6 | 119 |
| Oct | 4.59 | 24.6 | 112 |
| Nov | 3.54 | 19.7 | 86 |
| Dec | 2.87 | 15.2 | 70 |
Solar potential of Morādābād explained
Morādābād receives an average of 4.78 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 1396 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Morādābād among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Morādābād?
With 4.78 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Morādābād produces roughly 1396 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 Morādābād?
Approximately 7,000 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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