Solar energy in Nanded, India
Average irradiation 5.3 kWh/m²/day · ~1548 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Nanded (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.75 | 22.2 | 115 |
| Feb | 5.61 | 25.8 | 136 |
| Mar | 6.34 | 29.6 | 154 |
| Apr | 6.88 | 33.4 | 167 |
| May | 6.97 | 35.3 | 169 |
| Jun | 5.35 | 30.2 | 130 |
| Jul | 4.28 | 27.0 | 104 |
| Aug | 4.18 | 26.0 | 102 |
| Sep | 4.81 | 25.7 | 117 |
| Oct | 5.11 | 24.6 | 124 |
| Nov | 4.79 | 22.7 | 117 |
| Dec | 4.53 | 21.5 | 110 |
Solar potential of Nanded explained
Nanded receives an average of 5.3 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 1548 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Nanded among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Nanded?
With 5.3 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Nanded produces roughly 1548 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 Nanded?
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%.
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