Solar energy in Nizāmābād, India
Average irradiation 5.33 kWh/m²/day · ~1556 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Nizāmābād (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.80 | 22.3 | 117 |
| Feb | 5.66 | 25.8 | 138 |
| Mar | 6.20 | 29.5 | 151 |
| Apr | 6.76 | 33.0 | 164 |
| May | 6.82 | 34.7 | 166 |
| Jun | 5.39 | 29.8 | 131 |
| Jul | 4.47 | 26.7 | 109 |
| Aug | 4.44 | 25.7 | 108 |
| Sep | 4.90 | 25.5 | 119 |
| Oct | 5.10 | 24.5 | 124 |
| Nov | 4.86 | 22.7 | 118 |
| Dec | 4.58 | 21.6 | 111 |
Solar potential of Nizāmābād explained
Nizāmābād receives an average of 5.33 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 1556 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Nizāmābād among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Nizāmābād?
With 5.33 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Nizāmābād produces roughly 1556 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 Nizāmābād?
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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