Solar energy in Nevşehir, Türkiye
Average irradiation 4.86 kWh/m²/day · ~1419 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Nevşehir (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.13 | -1.2 | 52 |
| Feb | 3.11 | 0.7 | 76 |
| Mar | 4.23 | 4.6 | 103 |
| Apr | 5.50 | 9.2 | 134 |
| May | 6.55 | 14.2 | 159 |
| Jun | 7.56 | 18.7 | 184 |
| Jul | 7.86 | 22.0 | 191 |
| Aug | 7.10 | 22.4 | 173 |
| Sep | 5.67 | 18.3 | 138 |
| Oct | 3.94 | 12.3 | 96 |
| Nov | 2.70 | 5.5 | 66 |
| Dec | 1.96 | 0.7 | 48 |
Solar potential of Nevşehir explained
Nevşehir receives an average of 4.86 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 1419 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Nevşehir among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Nevşehir?
With 4.86 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Nevşehir produces roughly 1419 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 Nevşehir?
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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