Solar energy in Odessa, Ukraine
Average irradiation 3.8 kWh/m²/day · ~1110 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Odessa (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.06 | -1.0 | 26 |
| Feb | 1.94 | 0.3 | 47 |
| Mar | 3.28 | 4.6 | 80 |
| Apr | 4.99 | 10.3 | 121 |
| May | 6.21 | 17.2 | 151 |
| Jun | 6.63 | 21.9 | 161 |
| Jul | 6.61 | 24.7 | 161 |
| Aug | 5.88 | 24.6 | 143 |
| Sep | 4.24 | 18.9 | 103 |
| Oct | 2.56 | 12.3 | 62 |
| Nov | 1.27 | 6.5 | 31 |
| Dec | 0.88 | 1.3 | 21 |
Solar potential of Odessa explained
Odessa receives an average of 3.8 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 1110 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 Odessa?
With 3.8 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Odessa produces roughly 1110 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 Odessa?
Approximately 6,000 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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