Solar energy in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan
Average irradiation 3.68 kWh/m²/day · ~1075 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Nur-Sultan (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.41 | -16.9 | 34 |
| Feb | 2.56 | -14.3 | 62 |
| Mar | 3.90 | -5.7 | 95 |
| Apr | 4.73 | 5.9 | 115 |
| May | 6.09 | 13.9 | 148 |
| Jun | 6.38 | 19.3 | 155 |
| Jul | 5.91 | 20.7 | 144 |
| Aug | 5.18 | 19.3 | 126 |
| Sep | 3.81 | 12.3 | 93 |
| Oct | 2.16 | 3.6 | 52 |
| Nov | 1.07 | -5.8 | 26 |
| Dec | 0.94 | -14.1 | 23 |
Solar potential of Nur-Sultan explained
Nur-Sultan receives an average of 3.68 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 1075 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This is a solid mid-range solar resource: production is meaningful year-round, though winter output drops noticeably.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Nur-Sultan?
With 3.68 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Nur-Sultan produces roughly 1075 kWh per year. That is a good solar resource; with current panel prices most systems pay back well within their lifetime.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Nur-Sultan?
Approximately 5,000 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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